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The United States Department of Agriculture has released its 2023 Census of Aquaculture Results with eye-catching data that may change the narrative around agricultural land management and production. As we continue to navigate the ever-evolving agricultural landscape, it's crucial for farmers, policymakers, and enthusiasts like myself to analyze and interpret these findings to make informed decisions. What are some of the key takeaways from this census that can inform our strategies for optimizing aquaculture and promoting sustainable agriculture practices #Abutispinach #Agvocate #AgroDiplomacy 🌾🐟🌿

Fantastic spread in last week's Farmer's Guardian on our new Strategic Farm East collaboration with David Jones at Morley Farms with AHDB - Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, ADAS, NIAB, Harper Adams University & GARFORD FARM MACHINERY LIMITED 🙌 The Strategic Farm programme will run for 6 years (2023-2029) looking at 3 core areas of research that David is keen to translate from theory to on-farm action: 🧠 1) 🌱 Cultural weed control strategies (focusing on Rye grass) 2) 🦗 Integrated pest management (focusing on BYDV) 3) 🌾 Nutrient use efficiency (focusing on nitrogen) 📣 Check out more about the innovative research we have planned here: https://lnkd.in/e6rCx4it #Farming #Food #Research #Agriculture #Ag #Science #Weeds #IPM #BYDV #NUE #Nitrogen

As part of the FAO-GEF regional project "Integrated Natural Resources Management in Drought-prone and Salt-affected Agricultural Landscapes of Central Asia and Turkey," an innovative technology for cultivating sweet sorghum in rice crop rotations was showcased. This technology has gained significant attention and adoption among farmers in the Kyzylorda region. Sweet sorghum helps combat soil salinization by removing salts through its vegetative mass and crop yield. It is successfully grown in arid and saline areas, improving the agro-ecological condition of the soil. Demonstration plots have shown reduced salinity levels and improved soil properties such as pH and aeration. This technology has been scaled to over 500 hectares and is documented in the World Overview of Conservation Approaches and Technologies (https://lnkd.in/eSiTF8Cd, https://lnkd.in/eBZwadyr ). Its implementation contributes to restoring degraded lands, diversifying agricultural production, and enhancing profitability in water-scarce conditions. Sweet sorghum also provides high-quality fodder, supporting the gradual development of livestock farming. #sustainabledevelopment #agriculturetechnology #waterefficiency #landmanagement #FAO #Kazakhstan #CentralAsia

📢 The 2024 Breakthrough Agenda Report: Agriculture is here! This landmark report – the first in the #BreakthroughAgenda series to focus solely on agriculture – draws on expertise from CGIAR and global stakeholders to assess international collaboration on #SustainableAgriculture practices. 🌱 The report focuses on the two greatest sources of greenhouse gas emissions within the agrifood sector – fertilizers and livestock – and explores four concrete technologies for reducing emissions: ➡️ Methane inhibitors ➡️ Low-methane forages ➡️ Green ammonia ➡️ Site-specific nutrient management 💻 Explore the report 👉 : https://lnkd.in/d-DAsMhE #BreakthroughAgenda International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) CGIAR Impact Area: Environmental health & biodiversity RMI International Water Management Institute (IWMI) ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas ICRISAT CIFOR - Center for International Forestry Research WorldFish International Potato Center (CIP) Africa Rice Center International Rice Research Institute CIFOR-ICRAF CGIAR

Working to build trust in Australian agricultural exports, Griffith University Associate Professor Robin Roberts was one of only 11 researchers awarded a grant to research the role of data-enabled traceability systems and tools for agriculture industries. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) - Building Trust in Australian Agricultural Traceability and Credentials program is designed to build credibility and establish robust traceability credentials for Australian agriculture in Southeast Asia. Valued at $320,000, Associate Professor Roberts' project, 'Evaluation and resource development to advance Australian agriculture export traceability study of seafood and horticulture trade with Vietnam' will research: ·   Innovative ways to verify the traceability of Australian produce in Vietnam. ·   Protect the reputation of the Australian agriculture products sold in Vietnam. ·   Ensure consumers receive genuine Australian produce.

🔬 Research and Innovation for Aquaculture with NaturAlleva 🌊 We are excited to announce that NaturAlleva, in collaboration with the Università degli Studi di Padova and the University of South Bohemia in Ceske Budejovice, has recently published an innovative study on the integration of poultry proteins in feed for African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) in RAS facilities. This study explores the impact of various combinations of fish meal and processed poultry proteins—including poultry by-product meals, hydrolyzed feathers, and dried blood—on nutrient digestibility, growth, and fillet quality. The findings demonstrate that a diet with minimal fish meal and optimized levels of poultry proteins can provide a sustainable and competitive solution to enhance the performance of catfish in farming. 🌱 We are committed to developing innovative and sustainable feeds for the future of aquaculture. Full paper below ⬇ #Aquaculture #Research #Innovation #Sustainability #NaturAlleva

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has successfully harvested its inaugural crop of rice and cassava under the Rice and Cassava Farmers Empowerment Programme in Warrake, Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State. According to the NDDC Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, “This farm’s success is significant because it has adopted full mechanization from land preparation to harvesting and good agronomic practices. We can also see that the seasons are not stopping the programme as work continues even into our short dry season.” Ogbuku, represented by the NDDC Director of Agriculture and Fisheries, Dr. Winifred Madume, expressed delight at the young farmers’ enthusiasm for boosting food production. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e5fBYgCf

Did you know that pests are still responsible for 20% - 40% of crop failure worldwide? At CropLife Africa Middle East, we understand that effective pest management is crucial for global food security. Increasing the odds of marketable crops requires a holistic approach. This includes focusing on soil health, utilizing seed treatments, and implementing comprehensive plant protection programs that combine both conventional and biological pesticides. We're committed to advancing scientific discovery, developing tomorrow's innovative molecules and microbes, and promoting the field of agronomy. These efforts are essential in our mission to aid food security while minimising food waste. Curious about crop protection? A quick online search will show you how top agricultural companies are dedicated to this vital cause. Together, we can create a more food-secure future for Africa and beyond. #CropProtection #PestManagement #FoodSecurity #SustainableAgriculture #CropLifeAME

Analysing Tonga's vanilla market system 🌿 MDF’s recent collaboration with MORDI Tonga Trust (Mainstreaming of Rural Development Innovation Tonga Trust) has revealed valuable insights into the dynamics of Tonga's vanilla industry. MDF #Tonga and MORDI worked together to design a farmer survey, complete interviews with 92 farmers and analyse the survey data. Did you know that most farmers in Tonga are growing vanilla on roughly one acre of land, yielding around 100 kg of green vanilla beans with each harvest? Surprisingly, very few farmers use store bought agri-inputs such as pesticides and herbicides. Instead, their highest input costs were for land preparation and labour. Most farmers sell their vanilla at market days organised by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (MAFF). In response to climate change and natural disasters, farmers have adapted their cultivation practices, adjusting the timings of planting, and when they complete looping, tipping, and pollination. 🌱 This research will improve the understanding of the current state of vanilla farming in Tonga and pave the way for further collaborations between MDF and MORDI Tonga Trust. Did you find these insights informative? Share your thoughts below. 👇 #VanillaInsights #ClimateResilience #MDFinPacific Palladium: Make It Possible Swisscontact

🧬🧩🌾💚🧩💻👨🎓📲👨🌾📈💚🍞 - VERY IMPORTANT ! #greentreasure ... RT: OECD Agriculture ➡ Towards Better Food Policies @OECDagriculture Why are seeds so important? Access to high-quality varieties of seeds can deliver significant gains to farmers by: 🚜boosting agricultural productivity 🌾improving the quality of crops 📉reducing production risks Learn more about #OECDSeeds Schemes 🔗 http://oe.cd/seeds #seeds #seedindustry #breeding #plantbreeding #NGT #agrobiodiversity #landscape #agroecosystems #ecology #science #research #agriculture #yield #yieldgap #cultivar #development #farmers #prosperity #climatechange #resistance ...