Tag: Organic Farming
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Reviving Ancient Grains in Sicily: A Victory Against Multinationals
Rediscovering Sicily’s Ancient Wheat Varieties Giuseppe Li Rosi, a dedicated Sicilian farmer, has successfully transformed 100 hectares of his family’s land by growing traditional local wheat varieties. Faced with the pressures of international agricultural markets dominated by French and Canadian wheat, Li Rosi and other local farmers have found an alternative path that preserves both…
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Cultivating Change: How a Lebanese Seed Farm is Revolutionizing Agroecology
A New Approach to Farming in Lebanon In the fertile lands of Lebanon’s Beqaa Valley, Buzuruna Juzuruna (BuJu) is reshaping the future of farming. This unique organic seed farm is part of a growing agroecological movement in Lebanon, aiming to empower farmers through seed sharing, communal education, and sustainable practices. Despite Lebanon’s location in the…
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Nurturing a Small-Scale Agriculture Future
The Viability of Small-Scale Farming Exploring the possibility of small-scale agriculture supporting the United Kingdom, Tokyo, or even the entire globe yields a hopeful answer: Yes, it’s conceivable. The essence of recent discussions underscores that without a significant surge in global energy resources, the shift towards energy-intensive food production methods is unsustainable. Conversely, the trajectory…
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Exploring the Intersection of Regenerative and Organic Agriculture
The Rising Influence of Regenerative Agriculture in Organic Farming The concept of ‘regenerative agriculture’ is revolutionizing the way we approach food production, particularly within the organic fresh produce sector. The upcoming Organic Grower Summit 2023, co-hosted by Western Growers and OPN, aims to delve into the dynamic relationship between regenerative and organic agricultural practices. The…
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Revolutionizing Agriculture: The Rise of Regenerative Farming Practices
The Urgent Need for Sustainable Agriculture The agricultural sector has long faced calls for drastic reform to become more sustainable. Despite small steps forward, its current state is largely unsustainable, posing significant challenges for both humanity and the environment. The Limited Reach of Organic Farming Beginning in the 1990s, organic agriculture gained popularity but still…
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Unveiling the Hidden Plastic Menace in Our Food Supply
Exploring the Plastic Predicament in Agriculture Travelling along the Central Coast of California presents a stark contrast: the vast ocean on one side and immense stretches of plastic on the other. Dr. Seeta Sistla, an assistant professor at California Polytechnic State University, highlights this alarming sight. She notes the extensive use of plastic in agriculture,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Seed Saving: From Harvest to Storage
Preserving Your Garden’s Legacy: Vegetable Seed Saving Essentials Saving vegetable seeds is a rewarding and cost-effective way to ensure a bountiful garden year after year. It involves selecting robust plants, harvesting seeds at the optimum time, and storing them correctly. Ideal candidates for seed saving are self-pollinating plants like tomatoes, peppers, beans, and peas, which…
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Exploring the Impact of Fungicide Use in UK Agriculture
Introduction: A Critical Inquiry into Agricultural Fungicides The House of Lords is set to deliberate on a crucial question posed by Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle on November 23, 2023, focusing on the long-term implications of the United Kingdom’s agricultural fungicide use on food and biological security. Understanding Agricultural Fungicides Fungicides, a class of pesticides,…
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Revitalizing Local Agriculture: The Rise of Small Grains in Hudson Valley
Introduction: Hudson Valley’s Agricultural Shift The Hudson Valley, once a thriving breadbasket of the U.S., witnessed a decline in its grain production due to various factors like poor farming practices and the advent of cheaper transportation methods. This shift led to the centralization of grain cultivation in the Midwest, significantly changing the region’s agricultural landscape….