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Zinc foliar sprays can mitigate the negative effects of water deficit stress in pearl millet plants. Photo: Shanmugamp7 Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported CC BY-SA 3.0 DeedShanmugamp7 Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported CC BY-SA 3.0 Deed

How zinc improves drought resistance of crops

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An Indian study reveals the properties of zinc in mitigating the effects of water stress on plants. Foliar sprays offer an effective solution
In some areas of Canada, a pathogenic fungus has reduced canola crop yields by up to 50 per cent. Photo: Ayrcan Attribution-NonCommercial 2.0 Generic CC BY-NC 2.0 DeedPhoto: Ayrcan Attribution-NonCommercial 2.0 Generic CC BY-NC 2.0 Deed

High soil pH stimulates the growth of a pathogenic canola fungus

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According to Canadian research, alkaline soils especially favour the growth of the fungus, which damages plant tissue by interfering with water and nutrient uptake
Microbial interactions-based solutions can revolutionise the way we deal with phytopathology management in rice crops. Photo: arjunreddy223344 (pixabay.com) needpix.com 2022 - Public domain pictures and photos with royalty free licenceMicrobial interactions-based solutions can revolutionise the way we deal with phytopathology management in rice crops. Photo: arjunreddy223344 (pixabay.com) needpix.com 2022 - Public domain pictures and photos with royalty free licence

A microbe offers a natural solution against rice pathogens

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Japanese researchers have identified a favourable bacterium that could be used as a biocontrol agent in rice crops as an alternative to chemical pesticides
Ultrasound allows the impact of drought on the plant to be assessed non-invasively and quickly. Photo: USDA photo by Cynthia Mendoza. Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 Deed Cynthia Mendoza Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 Deed

Ultrasound device measures the impact of drought on plants

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A new device developed by a team of Lithuanian and Spanish researchers allows detection of the alteration produced by drought on certain key parameters of the plant's physiological state
Among weather events, in the Netherlands, drought reduced yield by 24% compared to the average, rain during sowing lowered it by 18%. Photo: Paul van de Velde Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 DeedPaul van de Velde Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 Deed

Two Dutch studies reveal the impact of weather on crop yields

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The reduction in crop yields following extreme weather events such as drought and heavy rain has been accurately quantified for the first time. Depending on the type of crop and the phenomenon, the decrease ranges between 13 and 36%.
According to the EEA, farmers can help protect biodiversity by regenerating ecosystems through good practices. Photo: Vladimir Srajber pexelsPhoto: Vladimir Srajber pexels

EU proposes three agricultural strategies for ecosystem restoration

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The European Environment Agency suggests approaches to protect ecosystems and biodiversity: sustainable soil and water management, reconstruction of agricultural landscapes, maintenance and restoration of semi-natural habitats
Compost from organic waste can cover 21% of the nutrient demand in urban soils with a strong cut in environmental impact. Photo: Oh-Barcelona.com Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 DeedOh-Barcelona.com Attribution 2.0 Generic CC BY 2.0 Deed

Compost can be an alternative to chemical fertilisers in urban agriculture

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Compost made from organic waste could replace 21% of industrial fertilisers used in urban agriculture, says a study by the University of Barcelona UAB
Women produce up to 80 per cent of the food in developing countries but account for less than 20 per cent of those who own land. Photo: AMPLED, UNCCD Press OfficeAMPLED, UNCCD Press Office

Despite inequalities, women are forefront against drought

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The UNCCD-FAO Report: "Women are most vulnerable to drought but are also at the forefront in developing solutions to the problem." They produce up to 80 per cent of the food in developing countries, but represent less than 20 per cent of landowners
Even a small improvement in the ability of fields to retain carbon can be significant for the global agricultural sector. Photo: pixabay Free for use under the Pixabay Content LicensePhoto: pixabay Free for use under the Pixabay Content License

Biodiversity of crops promotes carbon sequestration

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In barley fields, the application of other crops promotes increased carbon sequestration by modulating the relationships between microbes, the University of Helsinki has found
A field study in China found a 9.3% increase in wheat yield in eight years thanks to regenerative agriculture. Photo: pxhere CC0 Public Domain Free for personal and commercial use No attribution required

Conservation agriculture is stronger than climate change

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Chinese study shows how conservation agriculture improves productivity under warming conditions by increasing carbon input and stimulating microbial growth

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