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Geoengineering strategies against climate change could positively impact agriculture
On the basis of current carbon emissions rates and climate policies, average global temperatures are projected to increase to 2.9°C above preindustrial averages by the end of the century. Such an increase would severely strain global agriculture, making large tracts of current production areas ...Read more -
Empowering Communities Through Agriculture and Leadership
Food at home, without depending on market products, is a blessing. We only need to buy the basics; everything else we can grow ourselves. These words reflect the skills and success of Martha Brito, an active participant in our Guatemala programs led by our partner, CIEDEG.* Since she was just 9...Read more -
European Commission launches the European Board on Agriculture and Food
The European Commission officially sets up today the European Board on Agriculture and Food (EBAF), thus taking up on one of the recommendations of the final report of the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture. Chaired by Commissioner for Food and Agriculture, Christophe Hansen, the E...Read more -
COP29: Agriculture as a solution to global food security and climate change
The global climate change agenda is increasingly recognizing the critical role of agriculture and farmers. AgriSA, alongside the global farming community, was among the voices at COP29 amplifying this message. Dubbed the Finance COP, COP29 is expected to sign a new funding target for developed ...Read more -
John Wood Community College hosts inaugural career fair for agriculture students
BAYLIS, Ill. (WGEM) – On Thursday, a group of John Wood agriculture students polished their resumes for an inaugural career fair at JWCC’s Agricultural Education Center that could determine their future. “There’s tons of opportunity here,” said JWCC ag. sophomore Ross Thompson. Whether they...Read more -
November Agriculture and Natural Resources Programs
The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce the following Agriculture & Natural Resources programs for November 2024. These programs are being offered by Agriculture & Natural Resources Agent Kevin Korus. 2024 Fall Pond Workshop – Nov. 18 from 1 to 5 p.m. ...Read more -
CASE Presents Its Solutions for Bolivian Agriculture at the Agro Vidas Fair
CNH brand, CASE showed off its innovative equipment for the agricultural and construction sector in the 20th edition of the Agro Vidas fair. This fair is an acclaimed agricultural technology event organized by Fundacruz, the Agricultural Development Foundation, in the city of Santa Cruz, B...Read more -
China heads for record 2024 grain harvest of 700 mln T
BEIJING, Oct 25 (Reuters) – China’s grain output is set to exceed a record 700 million metric tons this year, a key agriculture ministry official said on Friday, calling for continued efforts to ensure stable supply. That figure is 0.7% higher than the 2023 harvest of 695.41 millio...Read more -
Rwanda launches $9.9M genetically modified crops program to boost agriculture
Rwanda has initiated a program aimed at enhancing the production of cassava and potato by integrating genetically modified varieties that combat diseases, pests, and drought conditions. The Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB), in partnership with the African Agricult...Read more -
Cooperation spans various key sectors from agriculture to green energy: envoy
Within the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), the bilateral ties between China and Mozambique have strengthened, resulting in a series of cooperative achievements that benefit Mozambique’s economic and social development. Cooperation spans nearly all sectors, from...Read more -
Destination Ag Day teaches community value of agriculture
TIFTON — Residents of Tifton were given the chance to explore the importance of agriculture and natural resources through ABAC’s Destination Ag Day this past Saturday. The third annual run of the program invited community members of all ages to stop by the Georgia Museum of Agricult...Read more -
Agriculture sector reflects nation’s development
China has contributed much more than any other country to global hunger reduction. Thanks to rapid agricultural and economic reforms, China has made significant strides in hunger reduction over the past more than four decades. By solving the hunger problem in the country, Beijing met its Millen...Read more
