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The Stakes of the Upcoming COP 28 Meeting

The Conference of the Parties, or the Conference of the Signatory States, is the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Its annual sessions.

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GMOs, Yes, but Regulated

The reputation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is improving due to progress in the concept of food sovereignty, climate change, and the desire to limit the use of chemical inputs..

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India Asserts Its Rules on the Global Rice Market

Rice prices have doubled in a year. India is taxing its rice exports to protect its domestic market. Africa, a net rice importer, is heavily affected by this situation. 40%.

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Restoring Soil Fertility in West Africa

One of the factors contributing to a country’s food sovereignty is the fertility of its soil. When soils are rich in organic matter, plants become more resistant to pests, yields.

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Kenya Suffers from Famine Due to Climate Change

Famine is an ongoing threat in Africa, severely impacting populations due to multiple factors. They face numerous challenges to their food security, ranging from extreme events like droughts or floods.

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African Continent’s Limited Role in the Global Oilseed Market

In the 2023-2024 season, the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) estimates that the world will produce 663 million tonnes of oilseeds. However, despite having a population of 1.3 billion.

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MENA Region’s Strategy for Water Stress

The effects of water scarcity are worsening in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region as projections indicate increasing demand over the next quarter-century. It is estimated that an.

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Irrigating Without Wastage

Just like fertilizers, irrigation aims to improve crop yields, mitigate drought, or satisfy water-intensive crops like corn or cotton. With the agricultural sector consuming 70% of available water resources, the.

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The Importance of Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture

The authors of the article “Measuring Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture: Innovations and Evidence” have reviewed empowerment practices, the innovations they represent, and the progress they provide to women involved in.

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No Food Security Without New Consumption Patterns

Climate change, consumption patterns, new food sources, urban agriculture, and biotechnologies are all elements to consider in future strategies for restructuring food systems. The goal of countries is to meet.

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