Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Sustainable farming practices, such as zero tillage or integrated pest control, can reduce the need for agricultural inputs like chemicals or water, improve carbon sequestration and help prevent land degradation.
(Photo credit: FAO/J. Cendon)
Opinions and Analysis
How research for agricultural innovation works best
Farming projects must be able to access research at any point along the innovation trajectory, say Rasheed Sulaiman V. and colleagues.
16 May 2012
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Pakistan needs a new crop forecasting system
Pakistan urgently needs to refine its crop yield forecasting and estimation system to improve food production, says Ibrar ul Hassan Akhtar.
16 May 2012
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Africa's hidden scourge needs an integrated approach
11 May 2012
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Policy Briefs
Advancing agricultural adaptation and mitigation
Scientists can help advance policies to promote agricultural practices that can reduce emissions and boost yields.
24 January 2012
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Source: Science
Improving access to ICTs for development
Learning from experience can help Zambia build on past successes in using ICTs and reach those most in need.
7 October 2011
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Source: Panos London
News and Features
Scientists search for solutions to Iraq's salty farmland
Iraq faces a growing problem from high salt levels in its agricultural land. Now an international team is tackling the problem.
23 May 2012
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Leaf 'stamp' could detect crop diseases
A technique that stamps biosensors directly onto the leaves of plants could be used as an early-warning system for crop diseases.
22 May 2012
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Cocoa and palm oil crop failures linked to pesticides
18 May 2012
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More African nations hit agricultural investment target
16 May 2012
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