Tag #Sustainable Farming

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UK Farmers Diversify Amidst Declining Farming Income

Due to poor farming income and government policies, UK farmers are increasingly relying on non-farming enterprises, with 71% now using additional businesses, up from 61% in 2015; some farmers, like Mike Churches, now make 70% of their income from weddings and events, rather than farming.

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No Poverty
welt.de
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Berlin Florist Pioneers Sustainable Flower Farming

Marsano, a Berlin florist, grows 10% of its flowers sustainably in Brandenburg, Germany, using organic methods in contrast to the widespread pesticide use and imports prevalent in the industry, reflecting a growing Slowflower movement in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Natural Rubber Production to Fall Short of Demand in 2025

Global natural rubber production is projected to fall short of demand for a fifth consecutive year in 2025 due to adverse weather impacting key producing nations, a shift to more profitable crops, and disease; the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) aims to mitigate this through a...

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Climate Action
theglobeandmail.com
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AI-Powered Robot Optimizes Cattle Grazing in Australia

SwagBot, a University of Sydney-developed robotic herding system, uses AI and sensors to optimize cattle grazing in Australia, improving pasture health, reducing overgrazing, and providing real-time data to farmers.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Illegal Fruit Farming Threatens Doñana

WWF estimates 30,000 tons of illegally grown red fruits from Huelva will reach European markets, highlighting the environmental damage and economic unfairness. Authorities are urged to take stronger action.

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Brazilian Microbiologist Wins World Food Prize for Sustainable Agriculture Research

Brazilian microbiologist Mariangela Hungria won the $500,000 World Food Prize for her research on soil bacteria that boost crop yields, significantly contributing to Brazil's position as a leading agricultural exporter and promoting sustainable farming practices.

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Zero Hunger
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Nobel Laureates Urge Action on Global Food Crisis

Over 150 Nobel laureates urged global leaders to prioritize agricultural research and development to address the growing mismatch between food supply and demand, exacerbated by climate change and population growth.

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Zero Hunger
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Sudden Closure of UK Farming Incentive Scheme Causes Alarm

The UK government's unexpected closure of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme, which paid 37,000 farmers in England to adopt environmentally friendly practices, has caused significant concern among farmers and environmental groups, with some facing large financial shortfalls, and fears th...

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Climate Action
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£272 Coffee: A perk for Scottish dairy farm investors

A Scottish dairy farm is offering a £272 cup of coffee as a perk for investors in its crowdfunding campaign to expand its sustainable operations.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth

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