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Sustainable Agriculture

Sustainable agriculture focuses on environmentally friendly farming practices. It aims to maintain soil health and conserve water. This approach reduces chemical use and promotes biodiversity. Farmers adopt crop rotation and organic methods. Sustainable agriculture supports local economies and food security. It also addresses climate change by reducing carbon footprints. Overall, it seeks to balance productivity with ecological preservation.

Global Soil Health Crisis and Solutions

The degradation of soil is a pressing global issue. Every year, billions of tonnes of topsoil are lost...

 December 6, 2024

COP16 – Urgent Action Needed for Land Degradation

The Conference of Parties (COP16) to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is currently taking place in...

 December 3, 2024

Sree Annam and Sree Manna: New Tapioca Varieties for Sustainable Farming

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) has introduced two innovative tapioca varieties. Named Sree Annam and Sree...

 November 29, 2024

The Future of Food Production and GM Crops

The global population is increasing rapidly, intensifying the demand for food. Traditional agricultural methods are unsustainable. Expanding farmland...

 November 21, 2024

India’s Agricultural Export Growth and Sustainability Challenges

India's agricultural exports have surged , reflecting the country's growing role in the global market. In the fiscal...

 November 14, 2024

Methane Emissions and Climate Change Urgency

Global methane emissions are rising at an alarming rate. This trend poses important challenges to international climate goals...

 November 13, 2024

Innovative Nanocoating Enhances Fertiliser Efficiency

Recent advancements in agricultural technology focus on improving fertiliser efficiency. Traditional fertiliser practices have raised concerns over sustainability....

 November 12, 2024

The Nutritional Value of Whole Millets

Millets have gained recognition for their health benefits. A recent study marks the importance of consuming millets in...

 November 8, 2024

India’s Role in the Global Carbon Credit Market

Recently, the urgency to combat climate change has intensified, leading to a burgeoning interest in carbon credits—tradable permits...

 October 28, 2024

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