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Morphing in the Service of Reforestation

Within the University of Berkeley in California, researchers from the Morphing Matter Lab have developed the Erodium Copy robot, whose composition, structure, and material mimic the reproductive mechanisms of plant.

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New Missions of Wholesale Markets

The wholesale market is a crucial link in the agri-food chain. It serves as a connection between the agricultural production sector and the supply of food products. Upstream, small and.

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The Return of White Farmers to Zimbabwe

During the land reclamation campaign organized in the 2020s by President Mugabe, around 4,000 white farmers were expelled in favor of locals. The majority of the farms were left abandoned,.

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A European Program to Support Soil Conservation

Soil Capital is a European program that aims to support the development of soil conservation practices (reduced tillage, cover crop usage, extended rotations, etc.) to improve carbon retention capabilities and.

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Men Have Their Share of Responsibility in the El Niño Phenomenon

The natural climate phenomenon El Niño corresponds to a warming of Pacific temperatures, particularly along the Peruvian and Ecuadorian coasts, marking the end of the fishing season. Scientists have recently.

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New Industrial Site for Insect Protein Production by French Company Agronutris

After raising 100 million euros in funding, the biotechnology giant continues its development in the insect protein industry. In the Ardennes region of France, the company has built a first.

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IFC and OCP Raise Funds for African Agriculture

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Office Chérifien des Phosphates (OCP) are joining forces to support African agriculture. This sector significantly contributes, accounting for 20% of Africa’s GDP and.

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New Binder for Meat Substitutes

In collaboration with ICL Food Specialties, Plantible Foods has developed a new chemical binder for use in the production of alternative meats. Using water lentils, an aquatic plant, the startup.

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Biofortification to Combat Malnutrition

Livestock (meat or fish) helps meet the need for vitamin B12, but it is also accused of contributing to global warming. Scientists from the John Innes Centre are collaborating with.

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Digitizing African Agriculture

More than 30 million small African farms account for two-thirds of the continent’s production. These small-scale farmers face various uncertainties, often finding themselves victims due to a lack of data..

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