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09/05/2020 SOURCE: www.azocleantech.com

New Technology Could Increase Rice Grain Yield Under Changing Climatic Conditions

Rice is the most consumed staple food in the world. It is especially common in Asia, where hunger concerns are prevalent.

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09/05/2020 SOURCE: www.ghanabusinessnews.com

The baobab: The majestic tree of life - Ghana Business News

In Africa, especially in the Savannah region, where the weather is dry and severely hit by climate change conditions, making it difficult for many trees to survive or thrive, the Baobab Tree survives, thrives and also serves as source of life for many living creatures all year round. Background The Baobab Tree with its scientific …

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Topics: Forestry, Climate Change, World Population, Ag South America, Coronavirus/COVID,

Brazil green recovery plan could boost economy, add jobs, cut emissions: Report | South Africa Today

If Brazil shifts to a low carbon economy, carbon emissions would be cut by a third while also creating jobs, benefiting economic growth and infrastructure, according to a recent report by the World Resources Institute. Brazil’s post-COVID-19 economic recovery plan could provide an opportunity to implement long-term solutions across multiple sectors that could reduce carbon […]

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Topics: Economics, Sustainability, Government / Policies, Climate Change, World Population, Ag South America, Regenerative Agriculture,

Brazilian Amazon fires near level of 2019 crisis

The number of fires in the Brazilian Amazon last month was the second-highest in a decade for August, nearing the crisis levels that unleashed a flood of international condemnation last year.

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09/04/2020 SOURCE: phys.org

Study identifies first step to beating water scarcity

New research has revealed the locations and industries in the U.S. where efforts to improve water consumption would have the greatest benefit for economic activity and the environment.

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09/03/2020 SOURCE: www.forbes.com

Climate Risk Threatens Agricultural Profitability, But Lenders Can Help

While lenders can’t tell farmers to adopt specific practices, they can develop lending programs and products to support farmers in transitioning to conservation practices that build resilience.

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John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Water, Sustainability, Climate Change, Ag Africa, Regenerative Agriculture,

Nigerian farmers urged to utilise NiMet rainfall predictions in farming activities - Daily Post Nigeria

Farmers in Nigeria have been urged to properly utilise the annual seasonal rainfall predictions produced by the Nigeria Meteorology Agency (NiMet) to

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Topics: Conservation/Tillage, Climate Change,

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09/01/2020 SOURCE: www.dw.com

Farming tech fit for the desert

With high temperatures and water scarcity, the Emirates might seem an unlikely place for a farm. Yet, as coronavirus and climate change heighten the desire for food security, could vertical farms be the solution?

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