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Adapt to a Changing World with Resilient Crop Varieties With climate variability rising, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is focused on providing high-performance seeds designed to withstand unpredictable weather patterns. Our latest varieties deliver robust disease resistance and cater to market demands for taste and quality. Our resilient seeds offer: Advanced resistance to evolving threats Consistent yield potential Excellent taste for the fresh market Learn more about how our varieties support grower success in changing climates: https://bit.ly/409IAGJ #SyngentaVegetableSeeds

Recent heat waves in Southeast Asia have devastated entire crop harvests, affecting smallholder farmers who depend on these crops for income and the communities relying on them for food. As global heat waves intensify, it’s crucial to ensure farmers have access to innovations that boost crop resilience. https://lnkd.in/eEGSDjuu 

The hot summer is becoming a serious challenge for crops in Ukraine, russia and the EU, even for sunflower, which is more resistant to hot weather. Unusually high temperatures in July, combined with dry soil, have negative impact on yield forecasts and prospects for the new crop. Due to the extremely high average daily temperatures and the rapid accumulation of effective heat, which is significantly higher than the long-term average, the inter-phase periods of sunflower development are shortened, which can lead to a premature end of the growing season and a reduction in yield.

While all soil nutrients play a role in plant health, the importance of Nitrogen in all stages of growth really cannot be overstated. Nitrogen is the element that gives plants their green coloring, and is one of the main components of chlorophyll - it plays a vital role in the process of Photosynthesis. As an important part of the plant’s protein, Nitrogen is essential for nearly every stage of a plant’s growth. Nitrogen is found in higher concentrations in the soil than other elements like Carbon, Oxygen or Hydrogen and it plays a main role in the soil’s health and fertility. Microbes in the soil consume Nitrogen and process it into a form that is available for plants to absorb. Healthy, structured soil will provide enough microbes to fix Nitrogen in the root zone where it is most needed. If Nitrogen is not fixed in the soil, it can be washed away and leached into waterways, contributing to algae blooms and other environmental issues. Crops like Legumes, Alfalfa and Clover can help to fix Nitrogen in the soil. Another way to fix Nitrogen in the soil is to use a soil amendment that contains Humic Acid. Learn more about how Humic Land can help fix Nitrogen, improve soil health and crop yield -> https://bit.ly/472Ua8b #nitrogen #soilhealth #healthysoil #organicfarming #regenerativeagriculture #soilscience #humicacid

What is the impact of water on crops? Poor quality water can be responsible for slow growth, poor aesthetic quality of the crop and, in some cases, can result in the gradual death of the plants. High soluble salts can directly injure roots, interfering with water and nutrient uptake. Salts can accumulate in plant leaf margins, causing burning of the edges.

(CHINA 14.05.24) #lychees China’s $4 Billion Lychee Harvest Devastated by Extreme Weather. China's $4 billion lychee industry is reeling from extreme weather, including a warm winter and heavy spring rains, leading to a sharp decrease in harvest and a spike in prices. The country, which is both the largest producer and consumer of lychees, may see its production drop to around half of the previous year's 3.1 million tons. This has caused distress among lychee enthusiasts and raised concerns for farmers unable to protect their crops from increasingly severe weather patterns. The situation highlights the broader impact of climate change on Chinese agriculture. https://lnkd.in/eN5yCZ2t

Agricultural Focus • The orange crop in Brazil is set to be the worst in 35 years. One challenge is an ongoing drought; the other is citrus greening. Yields may be down 25% from last year, if not worse. Brazil is the dominant supplier in the global orange-juice trade.

EUROPE: Very Late and Difficult Potato Planting Conditions Are Causing Concern This article provides insights into the challenges facing the European potato industry in 2024, highlighting issues with planting conditions, emergence difficulties, seed production challenges, market dynamics, and the escalating risks associated with climate change and disease pressures. https://lnkd.in/eHwHsdmb

🌾 Today, nine plant species account for 66% of global crop production, with rice, wheat, and maize providing more than 50% of the world’s plant-derived calories. This reliance on a narrow set of crops undermines food system resilience, leaving our food supply vulnerable. ♻️ Think someone could learn from this? Repost. #FoodSecurity #Sustainability #GreenTransition #SustainabilityEducation

Favorable Weather Boosts Turnip Market Cooperative Le Marché de Phalempin Experiences Strong Yields and Stable Prices The recent weather conditions have posed challenges for many summer crops in terms of both consumption and production. However, for certain vegetables, the climate has proven advantageous. Such is the case for turnips marketed by Le Marché de Phalempin, a producers’ cooperative consisting of […] https://lnkd.in/ebd23YQ2