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Nov 24, 2020 · 4. They know more about the soil than we do. Weeds in a field are trying to tell you something about the quality of the soil. Image: Pixabay. “Weeds are an index of what is wrong and – and sometimes what is right – with the soil,” says Charles Walters, author of Weeds: Control without Poisons. For example, ragweed is a sign of potassium ...
Jul 12, 2021 · Insect farming for food and animal feed could offer an environmentally friendly solution to the impending food crisis; A source of protein and fertilizer, emerging technologies could help bring insects back into the food system at scale. The world's population will reach 9.7 billion people by 2050. This means that despite only 4% of arable land ...
Apr 25, 2023 · IPM involves the use of multiple strategies to manage pests, diseases and weeds in a way that minimises harm to human health and the environment. These strategies may include biological controls, crop rotation, the use of resistant varieties and cultural practices. IPM can reduce pesticide use, improve crop yields and protect natural ecosystems.
Mar 22, 2022 · Image: Pinduoduo. With the world's population expected to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, agriculture needs to become more productive and sustainable. Technology can help transform the global food production system and mitigate its impact on the climate and environment. Digital agriculture systems can also be used to reduce food waste and at every ...
Oct 11, 2022 · Regenerative agriculture is a way of farming that focuses on soil health. When soil is healthy, it produces more food and nutrition, stores more carbon and increases biodiversity – the variety of species. A teaspoon of soil contains up to 6 billion microorganisms, says Australia’s New South Wales Government. Soil is also a habitat for ...
Jun 25, 2024 · Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2024: AI-powered scientific discovery and elastocalorics are among the 10 listed technologies. Image: World Economic Forum. This article is part of: Annual Meeting of the New Champions. The World Economic Forum's Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2024 report lists this year's most impactful emerging technologies.
Jun 18, 2019 · Sean Fleming. Global rice production is releasing damaging greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, doing as much harm as 1,200 average-sized coal power stations, according to the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates around 770 million tonnes of rice were produced in 2018, with China and India ...
Sep 10, 2024 · Regenerative agriculture offers a way to ensure food security and help combat climate change. Developments in AI can help accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture. We outline how emerging technology can be harnessed and scaled in low and middle-income countries. There has been a growing focus on regeneration over the last few years.
Oct 12, 2021 · Faster digital connections, powered by 5G and the IoT, have the potential to unlock economic activity. So much so that implementing faster connections in “mobility, healthcare, manufacturing and retail could increase global GDP by $1.2 trillion to $2 trillion by 2030.” 5G and IoT will be one of the most-watched tech trends for the next decade.
Jan 11, 2024 · Access alone isn’t enough. Connectivity is fundamental, but it’s not the only thing needed to close the digital divide. Digital skills training is the key that unlocks the potential connectivity holds. To enable everyone to engage with our societies, creating opportunities for everyone to gain skills and reskill must be a priority for all ...
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