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February 27th, 2024,
This article is part of aserieshighlighting work around the world to build agroecological practices,science and movements.Agroecology has emerged as a set of practices based on principles that guide how to produce food sustainably, as well as how to manage the social relationships that govern food production, p
… 2000 Plants, shaped into incredible diversity by 3.8 billion years of evolution, make possible all life and are resilient against almost any threat - except human destructiveness. From botany came the genetics of Mendel and Lamarck, … how genes express traits. It's the genetic version of biodiversity, which in larger ecosystems is the source of resilience and endurance. Transgenics is showing disturbing historical parallels to another problematic invention, …
… countries, have already had to adapt. They need investment in agricultural technologies that will build resilience in the face of less predictable growing conditions. Carbon markets will not generate … collectively as agro-ecology, that have proven benefits to the environment and that build resilience in the face of climate change. The HLPE report should highlight such approaches to …
December 10th, 2020,
… the Biden-Harris administration to transition our farming system to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resilience, while responding to the economic challenges facing farmers as part of creating a more equitable economy: Make … rotational grazing and decreasing tillage, all of which can reduce agricultures climate footprint and increase resilience in the face of climate disruptions. The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) sets aside marginal farmland and … administration has an opportunity to build a new roadmap for our food system that reduces emissions, increases resilience and promotes economic equity. A low bar return to Obama-era policies wont be enough. If you've found this …
February 13th, 2023,
This article is the eighth in a series highlighting the work of our colleagues around the world to build agroecological practices, science and movements.
September 14th, 2023,
… carbon. By approaching the climate mitigation work via these broader ecological goals, NRCS can help farmers build the resilience of their production systems and surrounding communities to the impacts of climate change and gain greater … a clearer pathway for financially incentivizing their continuation of ecological management practices and increasing the resilience of their farmland and communities. Financial incentives through IRA funding to farmers of color can assist in … have high potential to sequester carbon, to reduce other forms of nutrient pollution to water and air, and to enhance resilience to climate change impacts and improve community food security. Crop-livestock integration. Systems in which …
… water storage, re-use and safe disposal of wastewater, and facilitate multiple water uses. 5. Manage risk and increase resilience for food security stability a- Enhance the resilience of agro-ecological systems for the benefit of farmers and pastoralists and make rain-fed agriculture systems …
April 14th, 2011,
… in one country transmit around the world, increasing hunger and undermining efforts to rebuild rural communities and resilient food systems. For decades, the primary problem for agriculture had been low prices, stimulated by U.S. and … learning from the very real experiences of very recent history to build a new approach that ensures fair, healthy and resilient food systems for all. Were still waiting for a 21st-century trade policy. References 1. U.S.-Colombia Trade …
… with city councils, boards of health, boards of supervisors, state and federal policy makers on establishing vibrant, resilient and sustainable food systems by: Reducing barriers to obtaining healthy, green, fair, affordable and accessible … with city councils, boards of health, boards of supervisors, state and federal policy makers on establishing vibrant, resilient and sustainable food systems by (continued): Supporting federal food and nutrition programs (i.e., WIC, Food …
… with city councils, boards of health, boards of supervisors, state and federal policy makers on establishing vibrant, resilient and sustainable food systems by: Reducing barriers to obtaining healthy, green, fair, affordable and accessible … with city councils, boards of health, boards of supervisors, state and federal policy makers on establishing vibrant, resilient and sustainable food systems by (continued): Supporting federal food and nutrition programs (i.e., WIC, Food …
May 28th, 2015,
… in rural communities, but addressing the impacts of extreme weather and a changing climate is necessary for community resilience. Last week, 18 residents of Itasca County, MN met for the second of three Rural Climate Dialogues across … the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to begin implementing some of their recommendations around climate adaptation and resilience. And most recently, the efforts in Morris won a 2015 Environmental Initiative Award . At the end of the Itasca …
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May 13th, 2024,
The following opinion was originally published by Common Dreams on May 9.
… emissions, make real emissions cuts and approach Real Zero ! Advocate for agroecology to reduce emissions and build resilience: We dont need to pollute our planet to ensure food security. Rather, agroecology offers a pathway forward … waste management, in a way that addresses the polycrises plaguing our systems and protects and promotes biodiversity and resilience. Demand international methane action: Agriculture is the worlds largest methane source and is the …
October 9th, 2013,
… livelihoods and local control. That alternative approach is agroecology, which has the potential to increase both the resiliency and sustainability of agroecosystems and not only provides the principles for rural communities to reach food … productivity and enhancing natural resource; the use of managed and natural biodiver- sity to build system resilience to abiotic, biotic and economic stresses, and a third, improving resource use efficiency in input uses … use of fossil-fuel based external inputs (fuel, fertilizer, pesticide) Reduced carbon footprint Increased ecosystem resilience to deal with climate extremes; Help meet mitigation and adaptation goals Crops less suscep- tible to pests …
December 4th, 2023,
… contributions with questionable effects, policymakers should focus instead on: Investing in decarbonization and resilient economies; Phasing out subsidies for polluting industries; Implementing effective regulation of big polluters … contributions with questionable effects, policymakers should focus instead on: 1. Investing in decarbonization and resilient economies; 2. Phasing out subsidies for polluting industries; 3. Implementing effective regulation of big … contributions with questionable effects, policymakers should focus instead on: 1. Investing in decarbonization and resilient economies; 2. Phasing out subsidies for polluting industries; 3. Implementing effective regulation of big …
… get too wet, hard to establish trees We can address this challenge by: Evaluating forest management strategies to build resilience to EAB and climate change Evaluating Replacement Tree Species Replacement Species: 1. Tamarack 2. N. white … to increase drought resistance -Thinning on a regular basis maintains lower tree density -Trees gain resistance and resilience of growth to drought -Thinning provides a steady flow of pine timber to mills What actions can community …
… science evolves; hold agriculture accountable while accounting for scale and types of operation; and strengthen rural resilience. You watch a video interview below with author Julia Olmstead. Julia will be in Copenhagen to report on the …
April 22nd, 2011,
… from the real climate change challenges that Africa faces: the urgent task of climate change adaptation and ensuring resilience of communities." You can read the full commentary here . Filed under Agriculture Climate Change Markets …
May 11th, 2021,
… of perennial pasture.They place an emphasis on building soil health, which has stacking benefits not only for climate resilience but also by increasing organic matter, improving soil fertility, reducing erosion, and improving water quality … risks. The Farm Credit Administration should develop rules for the Farm Credit Service to incorporate climate resilience criteria into their lending and bond issuance requirements. We also encouraged USDA to connect the dots …