Tag: Sustainable Agriculture
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Biotech Research Director Sets Record Straight On Baseless Audit Findings
Overview: A Director’s Response to an Audit Report The National Agricultural Biotechnology Research Center (NABRC) has faced scrutiny after an audit report alleged inconsistencies and shortcomings in the center’s operations. In a recent press statement, the Biotech Research Director from NABRC stated that the findings were “completely baseless” and offered a detailed counter-narrative outlining the…
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Scaling for Impact: Integrating WEFE Nexus Innovations Across Borders and Sectors
Overview: WEFE Nexus as a Catalyst for Climate-Resilient Development The water–energy–food–ecosystems (WEFE) nexus framework is more than a policy slogan; it is a practical lens for designing integrated solutions that address climate risks, water scarcity, and food security. In Central Asia, where river basins cross national borders and climate stress intensifies, a WEFE-led approach offers…
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BASF Eyes Frankfurt for Agricultural Solutions IPO as SE Listing & New Management Board Debut
BASF charts a path to the Frankfurt Stock Exchange for Agricultural Solutions In a strategic move signaling its future IPO readiness, BASF announced that its Agricultural Solutions division is targeting the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE) as the listing location for a potential spin‑out. The plan marks a major milestone as BASF works toward separating Agricultural…
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Brazilian Resistance: Pushing Back on Plans to Explode a River for Soybean Roar
Ahead of COP30, a river under threat As nations gather to map a climate-conscious future at COP30, a grassroots struggle in Brazil exposes a clash between agricultural expansion and riverine life. In the Tocantins River basin, communities warn that blasting a section of the river to open new land for soybeans could irreparably alter ecosystems,…
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Lavender in the Yarra Valley: Annemarie Manders Reflects on 35 Years of Growth, Resilience, and Aroma
Introduction: A life threaded with lavender In the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley, a familiar scent lingers where lavender fields glow under the Australian sun. Annemarie Manders is not just a farmer; she is a storyteller whose life has been shaped by travel, caregiving, family, and a stubbornly stubborn purple bloom. After 35 years…
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Museveni Inaugurates Shs71 Billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme, Urges Rice Farming on Dry Land
President Museveni Opens the Achomai Irrigation Scheme President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni formally commissioned the Shs71 billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme in Kamutur Sub-county, Bukedea District, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s push toward irrigation-led agricultural modernisation. The project, funded to transform dry land into productive farming zones, is expected to bolster rice production while safeguarding the…
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Legacy Effects of Soil Microbes Help Plants Survive
Introduction: The Hidden Memory in Soil Soil is more than dirt. It is a living archive where microscopic communities remember past conditions and shape how plants respond to drought, pests, and nutrient stress. A recent study published in Nature Microbiology investigates soils sampled across Kansas to understand the so-called “legacy effects”—the idea that soils carry…
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Fungi: Nature’s Alchemists and the Secret to Healthy Soil
Introduction: Why Mushrooms Matter Fungi often get a bad press, but science is revealing their vital role in ecosystems. Mushrooms are not merely edible treats or oddities of the forest; they are essential engineers of the soil. As Peter Dowdall notes, fungi act as nature’s alchemists, transforming fallen leaves, decaying wood, and other plant material…
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JKUAT to Drive Japan-Africa Science and Innovation Partnership in Food Value Chains
JKUAT Named Regional Hub for Food Value Chain Research under AJ-INSPIRE The Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has been designated as the regional hub for cutting-edge research on food value chains under the Africa–Japan Initiative for Science, Technology and Innovation Partnership (AJ-INSPIRE). This milestone underscores Kenya’s pivotal role in shaping an ambitious,…
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World Food Day Philippines: Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Brighter Future
World Food Day 2024: A Call to Action for Better Foods and a Brighter Future As the world marks World Food Day on October 16, the global rallying cry—Hand in hand for better foods and a better future—resonates deeply in the Philippines. The country’s rich resources—a fertile archipelago, abundant seas, and a resilient farming community—belie…