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Agriculture

In many parts of the world, agriculture has been marked by increased productivity. And yet, that alone has not been enough to eradicate global hunger.

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November 18, 2024

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What is Africa looking for at COP29?

The UN climate conference has been labeled as the "finance COP." What is Africa asking for to address climate change?
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 21, 202401:59 min
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Tadus, company in Bavaria, has started making quiet, clean, efficient e-tractors for farms.
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Hydroponics could help feed us in the future

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By saving up to 90% of water used by conventional farming, hydroponics could improve food security.
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How fox nuts might help keep Bihar farmers afloat in monsoon

How fox nuts might help keep Bihar farmers afloat in monsoon

Growing fox nuts on low-lying wastelands could help farmers in Bihar offset flood losses.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 19, 202404:54 min
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How climate influencers are trying to alter Indian attitudes

How climate influencers are trying to alter Indian attitudes

Can individual actions save the planet, or are policy level changes needed?
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 18, 202407:59 min
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Farming robots: The future of agriculture?

Farming robots: The future of agriculture?

Farmers are turning to robots to tackle problems like labor shortages and tough working conditions.
InnovationNovember 15, 202402:25 min
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BusinessNovember 11, 202406:03 min
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SocietyOctober 4, 202402:49 min
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Serbian farmers in the Jadar River valley are afraid that a lithium mine could ruin their livelihoods.
BusinessSeptember 9, 202403:41 min
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Boko Haram militants terrorize farmers in Nigeria

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