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𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐟𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦? If not, maybe you should. Soil health studies have proved that Strike™ suppresses soil-borne disease while supporting biological diversity, the growth of saprophytes, and soil health overall. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/d7NpCJp #sustainable #agriculture #STRIKE #Potatoes #potatoseedproducers

This is a fascinating look at the fundamentals behind the dramatic decline in the Butterfly population. Short answer: Neonicotinoids. Commonly used agriculture pesticides. Used for both commercial and consumer applications. Most countries have not banned it. But here's a glimmer of hope. In the USA, 11 states have recently banned the use of Neonicotinoids. However, the majority of Europe and all of Canada have yet to follow suit. https://lnkd.in/gbQcTe2A

We’re so hap-pea, it’s National Agriculture Day! Experts from our Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre, the University of Calgary and partners are like peas in a pod. They’re improving the climate resilience and reducing the carbon footprint of field peas, with the goal of making them less susceptible to root rot and drought. Climate-resilient peas provide a high-protein crop with a minimal carbon footprint and greater value to the Canadian economy. https://ow.ly/342M50QWvvo #NationalAgDay #NRCAgResearch #GenomicTechnologies Genome Canada

ICRISAT and International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) researchers evaluated the climate resilience of smallholder farmers across three dryland sub-regions in #Senegal: Louga, Kaffrine and Thies. A Composite Index of Climate Resilience (CICR) was developed to measure this resilience, assigning scores from -2 for the most vulnerable to +2 for the most resilient households. All three regions were found to be vulnerable with average scores as follows: Louga: -0.36 Kaffrine: -0.1 Thies: -0.2 To learn more about the critical aspects that could bolster resilience, read - https://lnkd.in/g4zm7Dfc via Frontiers Shalander Kumar Adjani Nourou-Dine YESSOUFOU Prosper Houessionon Dr. Omonlola Nadine Worou Abdrahmane Wane Anthony Whitbread

Biological control (or biocontrol) in reality is the introduction, augmentation or conservation of a single alien invasive species of insect or microorganism, for control of a single pest species of insect or a single species of pathogenic microorganism. Biocontrol is successful in the laboratory under one pest one predator condition. However, biocontrol always fails in the field, because in nature multiple pests and multiple natural enemies interact with each other in the food web or food pyramid. Therefore, alien invasive species never survive in the non-native environment. In contrary, Natural Control is always successful and a permanent nature based solution (NbS) for management of insect pests, diseases and weeds in agriculture.

Paper title: Vulnerability and resilience in the face of climate changes in Senegal's drylands: measurement at the household level and determinant assessment This paper examines smallholder farmers' resilience to climate change in Senegal's dryland regions, using a composite index of climate resilience (CICR). It finds that all households are vulnerable to climate change with varying levels from one region to another and Louga being the most vulnerable area. Factors such as age of household heads, access to climate-smart agricultural training and information, women's involvement in off-farm activities or home gardening, off-farm revenue, and transfer revenue significantly impact resilience. Empowering women and diversifying income sources emerge as crucial strategies to enhance household resilience, offering valuable insights for effective adaptation interventions in West African dryland regions. #climate #resilience #vulnerability #aiccra #Senegal #index Shalander Kumar; Prosper Houessionon; Dr. Omonlola Nadine Worou; Abdrahmane Wane; Anthony Whitbread

All life depends on food. All life becomes food. Food is medicine. Vitality. Connection. Celebration. Communion. Yet, modern agriculture, in the global North, has inarguably damaged the ecology. A cascade effect from post-industrialization societies have caused damage unseen to the immediate eye: drought, arid land, and resource-driven migration. What role does food play in our global solutions? Join us online! https://lnkd.in/e59hrug8

"...I understand that the work I'm doing in SC with The Nature Conservancy impacts the entire environment, the globe. But I had to start in one field. And I had to start with one best management practice in order for me to understand the global impacts." It starts with #Soils, #Conservation #agriculture #naturalresources to solve #climate issues. North Carolina State University Soil and Water Conservation Society #soilhealth

🌱 Resilient Farming in Challenging Times! 🌦️ Dive into our insightful blog post on tackling the extremes of Australian weather with improved soil health. From surviving El Niño to reaping the benefits of stronger, healthier soil, discover how soil biology can be a game-changer for your farm. 🚜💪 ... 👉 Read our blog: https://lnkd.in/gMs9gRev ... 📢 Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! ... #RegenFarming #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #AustralianFarming #blog

All life depends on food. All life becomes food. Food is medicine. Vitality. Connection. Celebration. Communion. Yet, modern agriculture, in the global North, has inarguably damaged the ecology. A cascade effect from post-industrialization societies have caused damage unseen to the immediate eye: drought, arid land, and resource-driven migration. What role does food play in our global solutions? Join us online! https://lnkd.in/ehSdFptj