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[The Environmental Challenges of Agriculture] The FARMŸNG project addresses the urgent need to preserve biodiversity. According to the FAO, we must find sustainable solutions to produce more food with fewer resources. By 2050, we must increase food production by over 70% with only a 5% increase in agricultural land. To reduce deforestation, we must decrease imports of soy and palm oil used in animal feed. Currently, livestock are primarily fed genetically modified soy, cereals, and poultry or fish meal, posing a threat to 86% of endangered species. Insect-based ingredients offer a natural, healthy, and sustainable solution for aquaculture, pork, poultry, and pet food. Insect farming uses 40 times less land than cattle farming and requires 30 times less water than pig farming. Follow us on social media to support sustainable agriculture and biodiversity preservation with the FARMŸNG project! #Farmyng #VerticalFarm #Farm #Sustainability #Biodiversity #InsectProtein #FoodSecurity #Impact #Resources #Aquaculture #Petfood Bioeconomy For Change / Ÿnsect / ADM / Starfood Holland / CRA-W Centre wallon de Recherches agronomiques / Eurofins / Quantis / PNO Consultants France / Skretting / Virbac / CLIB - Cluster Industrielle Biotechnologie / Zachodniopomorski Klaster Chemiczny / METEX NØØVISTAGO / MG2MIX / Familia Torres / CEA / ULMA Handling Systems / Clextral / COMPO France

"The general consensus is that #seaweedfarming can be done well. Rhianna Rees says that there is huge potential for it to scale up with more efficient farming methods and a better understanding of their impacts. Vincent Doumeizel, meanwhile, points to the need to avoid pesticides and better understand seaweed varieties and genetics. "We know how to cultivate 15 to 20 species out of 12,000," he said. "The west needs to learn more about different species and how to grow its own seaweeds." He also emphasises the need in the west to increase consumer appetite for seaweeds as a food source and explain that they are good for our health and planet. Meanwhile, he says, Asia could branch out beyond food and look at other applications, such as animal feed and bio-packaging. It's also a question of collaboration, says Fred Puckle Hobbs. "The seaweed sector needs to be better at cross-industry collaboration and communicating various issues effectively," he said. "This requires new #seaweed industry bodies, collaboration frameworks and international projects. We also need a willingness from investors to fund the right projects, more research on improved farming methods and more efficient and inclusive governance systems for seaweed farming communities, particularly in a tropical context. Processing technologies must also be reassessed and re-evaluated." "Seaweeds are remarkable organisms," said Thierry Chopin, who has been studying them for over 40 years. "Their high biodiversity may seem surprising, but it has led to many applications based on diverse properties. Beyond the present hype causing a surge in interest for seaweeds, we need to translate this seaweed moment into a more sustainable momentum for the #seaweedsector in the long term." Read: https://lnkd.in/e5yM7Sdc

Organic aquaculture involves employing comprehensive management approaches that prioritize ecosystem well-being, encompassing biodiversity, natural cycles, and soil health. It adheres to strict standards aimed at achieving sustainable practices that benefit society, the environment, and the economy. Unlike conventional methods, organic production emphasizes specific procedures integral to product identification, labeling, and certification. Organic farming relies on natural or traditional techniques rather than synthetic inputs.. I'll be highlighting the GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIC FARMING 🔜 soon #fishfarm #fish #fishtank #aquaculture #fishfarming #aquarium #fishing #freshwaterfish #aquascape #guppy #guppyfish #guppytank #guppies #guppyindonesia #fishhobby #livebearer #fishguppy #guppyfarm #livebearers #discusfish #endler #cichlids #guppykontes #guppylover #discusbreeding #pociliawengi #discusfishtank #guppyhobby #discus #guppycirebon

Discover how microalgae revolutionise fish farming with their sustainable and cost-effective nutritional benefits! API is leading the way in incorporating species like Haematococcus pluvialis and Dunaliella salina into aquaculture feed, enhancing fish health and coloration. From boosting omega-3 levels with Pavlova and Nannochloropsis to improving texture and flavor with Macrocystis pyrifera, microalgae offer a promising solution to rising production costs and environmental concerns in the seafood industry. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future for aquaculture! . Contact now - 01792-000-001 Info@algae-products.com . . #API #Microalgae #SustainableAquaculture #FishFarming #NutritionalBenefits #EnvironmentalSolutions #AlgaeInnovation #sustainablecosmetics #NatureInspired #APITransforms #GreenGoldRevolution #QualityNutritionSustainability #EmbraceTheChange #algaeproducts #sustainability #microalgae #organiccosmetics #new #biotechnology #algaecultivation #microalgaecultivation #sustainability #microalgae #ecofriendly #unitedkingdom #apiforchange #sustainablefood #algaeinnovation #microalgaemagic #innovatewithalgae #EnvironmentalImpact #microalgaecultivation #swanseacouncil #WelshGovernment #netzero #BritishChambersOfCommerce #aquafeed #walesseafood #swanseabusiness #fishfarminguk

Vegan farming emphasizes plant-based agriculture without using any animal by-products. This approach includes techniques like vegan organic agriculture and biocyclic vegan agriculture, focusing on sustainability and soil health. 🌱 Cover crops, such as Winter Rye, Common Buckwheat, and Crimson Clover, play a crucial role in managing soil erosion, fertility, and biodiversity. These crops can enhance soil health, increase microbial activity, and provide valuable nutrients for subsequent crops. 🌾🌍💬 #SustainableFarming #VeganicAgriculture #GreenLiving #Agroecology #VeganFarming #SustainableAgriculture #CoverCrops

🐟 **Organic Fish Farming: A Call for Policy Coherence in the EU** 🌍 The FEAP emphasizes the need for synchronized EU policies to support the growth of organic fish farming. Current EU strategies, like the Farm to Fork and Biodiversity strategies, aim to boost organic production but lack specific coherence for aquaculture. Harmonizing these policies can drive sustainable development, benefiting both farmers and consumers. 📄Read, download and share our latest position paper 👇 🔗click for more https://lnkd.in/ev46qi3Y #OrganicAquaculture #Sustainability #EUPolicy #FarmToFork #Biodiversity #FEAP

Indigenous Agriculture |#FoodSystems #Sustainability One (1) Day to Go: The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples! 👩🌾 Indigenous agricultural practices and agri-food systems encompass a diverse range of activities, including aquaculture, the cultivation of traditional foods, the harvesting of non-timber forest products, as well as food processing and packaging. 👩🌾 Recent trends indicate a notable expansion in Indigenous engagement across several domains: apiary management, greenhouse cultivation, and the processing of agricultural products. 👩🌾 Additionally, there is a marked resurgence in traditional food systems, evidenced by the increased harvesting of ancestral foods and efforts to domesticate these traditional crops. #WeAreIndigenous #IndigenousDay #IndigenousPeoplesDay

🐟 Aquaconnect | India's Aquaculture Pioneer Making Waves 🦞 India is the world’s third-largest fish-producing country, accounting for 8% of the world’s aquaculture production. However, behind this statistic are some lesser-known realities. From the fragmented nature of the space to diseases affecting yields and the low purchasing power of the aquaculture stakeholders who need help the most, Aquaconnect had a multi-faceted challenge at hand. Today, Aquaconnect’s platform addresses the challenges of all three major stakeholders in the aquaculture supply chain—farmers, retailers who sell inputs to these farmers, and the actual buyers of their produce. Rather than approaching farmers directly, however, the team decided to engage with local retailers of aquaculture inputs instead. Says Rajamanohar (Raj) “Initially, like every other technologist, we wanted to change ‘Bharat’. We wanted to introduce our technology to the farmers. We never asked them if they wanted it or not.” Reihem Roy, Partner at Omnivore, remarked, “The reason they have scaled is because of their localised India-centric approach, which makes them stand out—whether it is the fact that they haven’t centred their business model on hardware or that they have taken a trade-centric approach and a finance-centric approach." Read the full article -> https://shorturl.at/eqLT0 Mark Kahn | Jinesh Shah | Subhadeep Sanyal | Abhilash Sethi | #aquaculture #aquacultureinnovation #shrimpfarming #agritech #farmers

I am currently in Singapore attending the "Insects to Feed the World" conference. 🌱🪳 This research focuses on exploring how insect frass fertilizers can influence the metabolism of ripened tomatoes, opening new paths towards more sustainable and innovative agricultural practices. Project PRIMA: "ADVanced AGROecological approaches based on the integration of insect farming with local field practices in MEDiterranean countries (Advagromed project) -WP4:Use of insect frass and poultry manure in sustainable agricultural processes. #sustainable #farming #Sostenibilità #Qualità #Nutrizione #Ricerca #Innovazione #Insetti #Insect #Prima #Sustainable #farming #project #frass #Tenebrio #puglia #InsectsToFeedTheWorld #Metabolomics #Sustainability #InnovativeAgriculture #Research ---

The agricultural sector is on the brink of a green revolution, and the key player is none other than the red seaweed, Asparagopsis taxiformis. Thanks to the groundbreaking research funded by AgriFutures Australia and the diligent work of the team at The University of Western Australia’s SARaH Lab, we now have a comprehensive manual that demystifies the cultivation process of this potent seaweed. This manual is not just a publication; it's a gateway for entrepreneurs and farmers to contribute actively to climate action. For those ready to dive into the world of seaweed cultivation, this manual serves as a detailed blueprint, paving the way for the establishment of hatcheries and large-scale production. It's an invitation to join the ranks of innovators who are not just farming for profit, but farming for the future. Let's embrace this seaweed solution and make a tangible impact on our planet's health. The future of sustainable farming is here, and it's wrapped in the leaves of Asparagopsis taxiformis. Read more here👇 #SustainableFarming #ClimateAction #SeaweedSolution #InnovationInAg