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Soil: The Symbiotic ‘How’ of Food, Nutrition and Water Quality
December 05, 2024
“Our planet’s survival depends on the precious link between soil and water. Over 95 percent of our food originates from these two fundamental resources. Soil water, vital for nutrient absorption by plants, binds our ecosystems together. This symbiotic relationship is the foundation of our agricultural systems” (World Soil Day | United Nations) As we mark […]
Insight: Five keys to agricultural innovation that will help Africa tackle food security challenges
December 01, 2024
Climate change and population growth are exacerbating Africa’s food security challenges. Prioritizing agricultural innovation that is geared to success is critical to helping African farmers to improve food security and lift their farm incomes. The Issues Compounded by the pressures of climate change and population growth, food security is an urgent issue for many regions […]
How to reduce fertilizer use through enhanced soil biology
September 23, 2024
Using soil biology to cycle nutrients effectively for crop use could hold the key to reducing fertilizer requirements and the consequent impact on the environment. In the fight against climate change, optimizing the use of synthetic fertilizers is a key target for farmers, government and environmentalists. This can be achieved by maintaining yield at reduced […]
Why soil health is vital for sustainable crop production
September 18, 2024
“This is the story of a simple solution, a way to heal our planet. The solution is right under our feet — and it’s as old as dirt.” – Woody Harrelson in “Kiss The Ground”. When the Netflix documentary “Kiss The Ground” aired in 2020, soil advocates and regenerative farmers and ranchers received important recognition […]