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04 Mar 16:59

Ethiopia's food crisis needs long-term solutions - DW

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An interesting article from Ethiopia that is experiencing serious drought and food insecurity issues. Promotes Climate Smart Agriculture that includes CA

Conservation agriculture and how it can help. One study found smallholder farmers practicing agroforestry in traditional Ethiopian home gardens ...
29 Nov 20:59

FAO on World Soil Day: Healthy soil critical for food security | Loop Trinidad & Tobago

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A description about the need for improving soil health if food security in the future is to be accomplished.

... conservation agriculture, integrated nutrient management, and agroforestry. The FAO said these practices can significantly improve soil health ...
29 Nov 20:55

Navigating Climate Change Through Climate-Smart Agriculture - Drishti IAS

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A useful article about what is Climate Smart agriculture and how it will be needed for future food production. Several practices are described.

Conservation Agriculture: No-till and reduced-tillage cultivation, employing crop residues and cover crops to keep the soil covered, and rotating ...
29 Nov 20:51

AI: A game changer for agriculture in Zimbabwe - The Chronicle

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An explanation of the use of AI in Zimbabwe agriculture with examples of some successful uses.

... conservation agriculture, agroforestry and organic farming. In fact, Zimbabwe should use AI to combine and improve Pfumvudza/Intwasa and modern ...
29 Nov 20:46

USDA chooses University of Illinois team to study this year's deadly dust storm - WAND-TV

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The frightening dust storm in the mid-West brings back memories of the 1930's dust storm. U. of Illinois will study this issue and find out why and what to do.

... conservation agriculture practices. “At ASC we advocate for these practices,” Wang said. “We can use modeling of these incidents as part of our ...
29 Nov 20:34

The European Production Sector Supports The Re-authorization Of Glyphosate

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An article telling that the European Union is about to re-authorize the use of Glyphosate in agriculture and some reasons why.

... Conservation Agriculture (CA)which in turn contributes to the ... conservation agriculture, which captures carbon in the soil, encourages the ...
29 Nov 20:23

NC State Extension Adds New Conservation Agronomy Specialist | Crop and Soil Sciences

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An article about use of cover crops and no-tillage in North Carolina with the aim to improve soil health and productivity.

From decision tools like the cover crop nitrogen predictor to information on carbon markets and tillage fact sheets on a new conservation agriculture ...
29 Nov 20:20

Stubble burning needs sustainable solutions - The Sunday Guardian Live

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An article about residue burning in India that is a big issue in the rice-wheat areas of the Indogangetic Plains. It writes about the issue and the solutions.

Despite solutions such as conservation agriculture, available to improve farming practices and mitigate negative impacts, many farmers may not ...
29 Nov 20:11

Growing 'more with less': Zimbabwe's vision for food security - The Chronicle

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With water running out and issues of climate change this article explains how Zimbabwe is handling future food security

... Conservation Agriculture elements, soil fertility, integrated pest management and diversification), Zimbabwe is partnering with national, regional ...
29 Nov 20:07

Empowering local mechanics for sustainable machinery maintenance - CIMMYT

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Training of mechanics in developing countries essential for allowing local farmers to mechanize and reduce the drudgery and timeliness of operations.

Since 2004, conservation agriculture has helped farmers in southern Africa maintain and boost yields, protect the environment and increase profits.
06 Nov 19:21

From Opponent to Advocate of Conservation Agriculture, No-Till in Timor-Leste

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An interesting report from SE Asia where a farmer first rejected CA and then became its most vocal supporter.

Joaquim Caldas took some serious convincing about the idea of adopting Conservation Agriculture (CA). But now, the 67-year-old farmer from the ...
06 Nov 18:58

Conservation agriculture plans enhance soil quality in E. Cape - Food For Mzansi

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A report from South Africa that confirms CA is important for the future to enhance soil quality.

University of Fort Hare researchers conducted a study shedding light on the short-term effects of conservation agriculture on soil quality.
14 Oct 16:13

Exploring alternative solutions: The case for synthetic mulch in a changing world - CIMMYT

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An interesting article by CIMMYT from Zimbabwe is being affected by climate change and drought. It explores different ways to mulch the soil and maintain higher moisture.

Conservation agriculture essentially involves three key pillars, namely, reduced soil disturbance, the use of crop rotations or intercrop ...
14 Oct 16:06

Small-scale agricultural mechanisation is taking off in Zimbabwe - The Zimbabwean

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Another summary of the global conference on small scale mechanization in Zimbabwe where equipment more relevant for smallholders farmers is described.

Also thanks are due to Frédéric Baudron who shared the findings of the ACIAR-funded FACASI project (Farm Mechanization & Conservation Agriculture for ...
14 Oct 15:55

Glyphosate Renewal Group rallies behind pesticide amid food security fears as EU prepares to vote

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A must read article about the renewal of Glyphosate herbicide in Europe that is based on scientific evidence. This product enables farmers to adopt CA for their weed control.

... conservation agriculture. Nutrition Insight speaks with a spokesperson ... conservation agriculture and carbon farming. To enable conservation ...
14 Oct 15:42

Global Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization: Efficiency, Inclusiveness and ...

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An article on the global conference on mechanization in future agriculture. This is a vital factor for future farming efficiency and will help young farmers consider farming. Worth reading.

... conservation agriculture for sustainable intensification) in East and South Africa. At present, the Harnessing Appropriate-Scale Farm ...
14 Oct 15:37

Conservation farming: Johann cultivates hope and harmony - Food For Mzansi

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Another farmer convinced CA is the way for farming in the future from South Africa.

Through conservation agriculture, they don't rely solely on record-breaking rainfall but can achieve sustainable yields even in challenging years.
14 Oct 15:22

SAB urges the old guard to unleash the future of farming - Food For Mzansi

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This article from South Africa advocates for aging farmers to work with new, young farmers who will need to adapt to climate change. The key is training and educating young farmers in better management practices like CA.

... conservation agriculture as his · Du Toit nurtures nature and reaps sustainable rewards. 20th September 2023. ICYMI: 'We need your ideas', Didiza ...
14 Oct 15:17

2023 - “It's called common sense”, say the Young Farmers - Actual News Magazine

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An article worth reading that discusses the latest approval of Glyphosate in Europe for the next 10 years. Young farmers say this is common sense until affordable alternatives are developed.

How do we still produce food tomorrow, how are we able, on farms, to do conservation agriculture?” the young farmer asked. >> Glyphosate: a ...
14 Oct 15:12

Band In-Furrow Fertilizer with Winter Wheat - No-Till Farmer

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An interesting article on banding fertilizer in winter wheat in the US. This can easily be done when utilizing no-till technology and equipment. It explains what can and cannot be done mixing fertilizer with seed.

[Podcast] Defining Conservation Agriculture Systemswith Don Reicosky · Answering 5 Common Questions About Crop Residue Decay · Combines Control ...
14 Oct 15:07

Farmers Must Adapt to Survive - The Banner

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An article that highlights the need for farmers to adapt to climate change, but success with CA requires adapting it to each farmer's local conditions.

Through World Renew's training in environmentally friendly conservation agriculture, farmers are being equipped to minimize tillage, maximize soil ...
14 Oct 14:58

Jacobus preserves father's legacy through conservation farming - Food For Mzansi

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An article from South Africa about a farmer who has adopted CA with success despite being ridiculed when he first tried this management system. Also a couple of videos to watch.

Jacobus Human's journey from traditional farming to becoming a conservation agriculture pioneer is a testament to the power of innovation.
14 Oct 14:51

Conservation agriculture helps smallholder farmers to be more resource efficient - CIMMYT

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A good analysis on the benefits of CA for smallholder farmers in Bihar, E. India that concludes will be more resource efficient.

The intensification of these conservation agriculture practices by the Cereal Systems Initiative for South Asia (CSISA)—a regional project led by ...
14 Oct 14:47

What's The Best Word? Farmers and Advisers Share Preferences Around Conservation ...

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An interesting article that surveys farmers and advisors about which of the several terms that have recently been promoted best describe CA terms. CA comes out on top!!

46% Conservation agriculture · 36% Sustainable agriculture · 13% Regenerative agriculture · 4% Climate-smart agriculture · 1% Carbon negative or carbon ...
14 Oct 14:34

Improving food security through plant health - People Daily Kenya

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Although not about CA, this article supports the need to address plant health in Kenya. Soil health is also vital for future food security.

... such as agroforestry and conservation agriculture, to promote biodiversity and soil health, and reduce the use of harmful chemicals.
08 Sep 16:13

Indonesian Farmers Triple Income with No-Till, Conservation Ag Practices

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Farmers in Indonesia benefit from using no-till and CA management in their traditional agriculture

Conservation agriculture techniques enable smallholders to adopt more efficient practices, which can reduce crop losses and offer higher returns.
08 Sep 15:55

No-Till & Cover Crops Helped Save Farmland from Erosion

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Another article about cover crops and no-till farming in USA. The synergy between these two environmentally friendly practices worth exploring.

... Top 5 No-Till Innovations from 2023 Farm Progress Show · [Podcast] Defining Conservation Agriculture Systems with Don Reicosky ...
08 Sep 15:51

Climate-smart food systems are essential in a burning world - EurekAlert!

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ICARDA, one of the CG International institutes talks about the issue of climate change and the need to invest in research to overcome this problem or risk major food security problems.

Our plow-free conservation agriculture projects are stabilizing and enhancing soils, and our sustainable water management approaches maximize the ...
06 Sep 15:18

Direct move to sustainable farming systems | Krishak Jagat

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A summary of 5 years of sustainable farming systems in UK. Data of various sorts presented in pictorial view by Syngenta

Full five-year results of the Syngenta Conservation Agriculture & Sustainable Farming Systems project have revealed an average 15% increase in net ...
06 Sep 15:07

Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture and Food Supply [With Infographics] - Editorialge

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A thorough piece on climate change, agriculture, and food security - impacts and also some suggestions for combating CC.

Here are some key sustainable farming practices: Conservation agriculture: This approach involves minimizing soil disturbance through reduced tillage ...