Using spray drones in agriculture
It's a familiar sight for many—a ground sprayer slowly making rounds in a field, applying pesticides to row crops to give producers the best chance of protecting crops from pests and seeing high yields at harvest. These ground sprayers, with booms.....»»
Report makes five recommendations to promote regenerative farming
In a new report, researchers at Ivey Business School offer evidence-based research, best practices, and critical recommendations for farming that supports ecosystems through natural agricultural principles, a method known as regenerative agriculture......»»
Get two dual-camera 4K drones for $145
Get a white and black Ninja drone both with 4K front cameras for $145. TL;DR: As of February 19, get these two 4K camera drones for $144.99 — a savings of 63%. If you've always wanted to try flying a drone, this combo could be a great opp.....»»
Overcoming barriers to climate-smart agriculture in South Asia
Despite the possibility of climate-smart agriculture improving food security, most CSA practices and technologies are not widely adopted in South Asia......»»
Belgian researchers provide a strong boost to sustainable agriculture
Much has been written about the European Climate law and the European Nitrate Directive. Besides social concerns, drastically reducing greenhouse gases by 2030 and structurally lowering the use of nitrogen in agriculture poses significant challenges......»»
"Live fast, die young": Agriculture is transforming entire ecosystems
A research team has investigated the effects of agricultural grassland use on communities of organisms. Their study, recently published in the journal Nature Communications, for the first time reveals that measures such as fertilization and mowing af.....»»
Many Colors, One Spray Paint Can
This fairly simple device allows for smooth switching of colors while spray painting The post Many Colors, One Spray Paint Can appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
By growing animal cells in rice grains, scientists dish up hybrid food
From lab-grown chicken to cricket-derived protein, these innovative alternatives offer hope for a planet struggling with the environmental and ethical impacts of industrial agriculture. Now, Korean scientists add a new recipe to the list—cultured b.....»»
High-tech spray can prevent and cure rusty plant threat
Researchers from The University of Queensland have developed a treatment that can both prevent and cure infection caused by an invasive fungal disease devastating native Australian plants......»»
Climate Finance Is Targeting the Wrong Industries
Roughly half of the world’s emissions currently can’t be reduced, yet green investment continues to avoid the sectors that need the most help—manufacturing, agriculture, and the built environment......»»
Researchers develop eco-friendly "magnet" to battle microplastics
Plastic pollution is a pressing environmental issue, and University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment researchers are leading the charge with an innovative solution......»»
Secrets of soil-enriching pulses could transform future of sustainable agriculture
From lentils to chickpeas, and even the humble baked bean, pulses are perhaps best known as an alternative, plant-based source of protein. These plants are environmental heroes: they work together with soil microbes to "fix" nitrogen from the air, en.....»»
Indiana wetlands bill garners praise, criticism as it heads to governor"s desk
Supporters of wetland legislation approved 6 Feb. by the Indiana legislature say the regulations are fair to residents, property owners, agriculture and developers while those against it say the state has already weakened wetland protections and this.....»»
Professor explains what the UK/Canada trade disagreement means for UK farmers
With talks between the UK and Canada breaking down over the trade of agriculture products such as beef and cheese, what does it mean for the farming industry and domestic trading in the UK?.....»»
Study: "Legacy" phosphorus delays water quality improvements in Gulf of Mexico
The same phosphorous that fertilizes the thriving agriculture of the Midwest is also responsible for a vast "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico near the Mississippi Delta. Efforts to reduce the amount of phosphorus that enters the Mississippi River sys.....»»
Microplastics found in Nile River"s tilapia fish
The Nile is one of the world's most famous rivers. It's also Africa's most important freshwater system. About 300 million people live in the 11 countries it flows through. Many rely on its waters for agriculture and fishing to make a living......»»
Unveiling a gap-free genome in rapeseed for enhanced agricultural insight and breeding
Allopolyploid oilseed rape (Brassica napus) plays a critical role in global agriculture, serving not only as a major oil crop but also as a nutritious vegetable and ornamental plant. Despite its importance, the current reference genomes, including th.....»»
Scientists investigate the potential of sustainable legume protein production in Switzerland
ETH Professor of Agriculture and later Federal Councilor Friedrich Traugott Wahlen, whose 125th birthday is being celebrated this year, endeavored to increase the self-sufficiency of Switzerland's food supply. He became famous for staving off an impe.....»»
Snap is recalling every Pixy drone that it ever sold
Snap is recalling all of its Pixy drones over a safety issue, with owners urged to refrain from ever using it again and instead to seek a refund......»»
Agriculture built these High Plains towns. Now, it might run them dry
Brownie Wilson pulls off a remote dirt road right through a steep ditch and onto a farmer's field......»»
From moon "dust" to moon "soil": Graduate student grows chickpeas in amended moondust
A love for space exploration led Jessica Atkin, a Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences graduate student in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, to produce the first-ever moondust-grown chickpeas......»»