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Agriculture is the cultivation of land and the breeding of both animals and plants for the purpose of sustaining life. The development of agriculture allowed the expansion and growth of the human race. The major agricultural products are grouped into foods, fuels, fibres and raw materials. then sub-groups such as cereals, vegetables, fruits oils etc. within food.

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Modern agronomy, plant breeding, pesticides and fertilisers have massive enhanced the yields from cultivation. However, the effects of these have caused widespread ecological and environmental damage. Problems are also present when concerning selective breeding. Although the results are prosperous there are active concerns about animal welfare. Backlash against the environmental effects of conventional agriculture. This resulting in organic, regenerative and sustainable agricultural movements.

 

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Can cows create insulin? Transgenic cow opens doors for sustainable human insulin production

Researchers have successfully developed the world's first transgenic cow capable of producing human insulin in her milk.
A drone shot of a farmer standing with a potential buyer for his crop in the wheat field on his sustainable farm in Embleton, North East England. The farmer is explaining everything about the crop. The crop is first wheat and is going to be used in low quality flour for baking and will be harvested in early September.

Sustainable agriculture: A vital cog in building a sustainable economy

Aarthi Janakiraman, Global Research Director, TechVision, Frost & Sullivan, turns the spotlight on sustainable agriculture, which she argues is a vital cog in building a sustainable global economy.
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Researchers warn of risks in unsuitable reforestation projects across Africa

The University of Liverpool highlighted the alarming scale of unsuitable reforestation efforts across Africa.
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A new study highlights the challenges to the carbon footprint faced by urban agriculture

A recent international study by the University of Michigan has discovered that fruits and vegetables grown in urban farms and gardens carry a carbon footprint six times more than conventional produce  Urban agriculture  While urban agriculture is gaining popularity worldwide for its social and nutritional benefits, the study highlights its environmental...
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Is renewable energy killing our birds?

As concerns about the declining bird population continue to grow, scientists highlight the unintentional consequences of renewable energy development.
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Declining honey yields in the U.S. linked to herbicides

In the last few decades, honey yields in the United States have steadily declined since the 1990s, leaving honey producers and scientists looking for answers.
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AquaB Nanobubble Innovations Ltd and their electrostriction-based platform

AquaB Nanobubble Innovations Ltd is a University College Dublin (UCD) spin-out company incorporated in 2020 to commercialise nanobubble-generation technology lead-invented by Professor Niall English.
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Paleobiology: Unveiling ancient African ecosystems with Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool in paleobiology and archaeology.
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Hidden role of plant waxes in environmental communication

Researchers from the University of Toronto Scarborough have revealed that the protective waxy barrier surrounding plants may be crucial in sending chemical signals to other plants and insects.
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The impact of temperature extremes on species distribution

A recent study conducted by researchers from McGill University, in collaboration with scientists from Spain, Mexico, Portugal, Denmark, Australia, South Africa, and various Canadian universities, explores the significance of temperature in determining the current habitats of animal species.
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Recently discovered bird tracks help researchers understand the Early Cretaceous period

The discovery of 27 avian footprints along the southern coast of Australia, originating from the Early Cretaceous period when Australia was linked to Antarctica, provides a new perspective on the early evolution of birds and potential migratory patterns.
Female Farmer pouring raw milk into container

Agri-business: UK dairy industry set for export boost

To bolster the UK dairy industry, the Department for Business and Trade unveils the Dairy Export Programme, aimed at expanding agri-food exports in global markets.
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Woodland birds at risk of extinction

Woodland birds in the UK are experiencing a sharp decrease in their numbers, and unless the government takes action, some species could face the threat of extinction.
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Technological advances in irrigation techniques

Aarthi Janakiraman, Research Director at TechVision, Frost & Sullivan, explores technological advances in irrigation techniques that aid in preserving crop yield and quality in drought-prone areas.
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Canada’s natural resources: Supplying the world

Cody Battershill, Founder and Spokesperson for CanadaAction.ca, explores how Canada’s natural resources make it the ideal supplier nation of natural resources to the world.
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Protein root discovery secures the future of climate-proof plants

Scientists have identified a protein that effectively seals plant roots, controlling the absorption of nutrients and water from the soil.

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Revolutionising agriculture with AI drones

Farmers seek to optimise crop yields to ensure food security and economic stability. In pursuit of this goal, AI drones are emerging as game-changers.

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