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The people who manage America’s aquifers, wetlands, shorelines and recreation areas rely on federal science as they face new and rising risks in a changing climate.
Africa’s share of the world’s agriculture exports is low and has deteriorated over time.
Producing food has a climate cost. But it doesn’t have to. Farmers can cut emissions, boost nutrients and restore nature – while making their farms more resilient
Between rhetoric and practice, the country faces contradictions that today fuel hunger, accelerate deforestation and undermine our climate future.
When Fusarium graminearum infects wheat, it can pose a risk to humans, animals and agriculture.
The Tropical Forest Forever Facility is designed to reward countries for preventing deforestation. Charts show the magnitude of the problem.
The optimal and safe use of agricultural inputs to increase food production is key to achieving global food security.
Africa is heavily dependent on agriculture. At this year’s COP30 conference, the continent needs to secure more funding to adapt land to climate disasters.
The humble soya bean is a vital part of the British diet.
A resilient and affordable food system depends on good quality jobs in agriculture.
The choices made in Brazil, where the COP30 UN climate conference takes place this month, have consequences for the entire planet.
Consumer choices about what to eat and how much of it can affect how much water farmers need to use.
Tequila’s manufacturing process consumes huge amounts of energy, water and agrochemicals. While some make lots of money, those who harvest the crops make significantly less.
Just a few years ago, agricultural drones were expensive, small and difficult to use, limiting their appeal to farmers. No longer.
Ghanaian bank lending to agriculture and manufacturing is in decline
Without market data, countries can’t address hunger and food insecurity.
Scientists have learned how to turn off moths’ sex signals – this could help farmers fight pests without pesticides.
Good data is essential for mapping trade networks
A government inquiry has made 35 recommendations to improve Australia’s food security, but there are some key gaps.
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Senior Fellow, Department of Agricultural Economics, Stellenbosch University
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Associate Professor, Department of Entomology; African-American Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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Professor & Director, Primary Industries Climate Challenges Centre, The University of Melbourne
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