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🌾🌟 Excited to Share My Latest Research Publication! 🌟🌾 I'm thrilled to announce the publication of my latest research article titled: **"DUS Characterization of Rajmash (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Genotypes for Morpho-physiological Traits under Rainfed Conditions."** 🌱📘 https://lnkd.in/dqSx8Jwz In this study, we explored the diversity and unique characteristics of Rajmash genotypes, focusing on their morpho-physiological traits in rainfed agricultural settings. Our findings provide valuable insights that can enhance the cultivation and productivity of this important crop, contributing to sustainable agriculture and food security. 🌍🌾 This research is a significant step towards understanding how Rajmash genotypes adapt and thrive in rainfed conditions, offering potential solutions for farmers facing water scarcity and climate challenges. 🌦️💪 A big thank you to my collaborators and everyone who supported this work. Your contributions and encouragement have been invaluable. 🙏 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dfbtFCi7 #Agriculture #SustainableFarming #Rajmash #PhaseolusVulgaris #ResearchPublication #RainfedAgriculture #CropScience #FoodSecurity #AgroInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #PlantScience #FarmToTable 🚜📚👨🔬🌿 Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you're interested in discussing the implications of our findings. Let's work together towards a more sustainable agricultural future! 🌾🌟

The second Call for Project Proposals by AgroServ will officially open on June 27th! To learn more about the application procedure, and hear from succesful applicants - join this webinar series that starts right after the application period has begun! #agroecology

🌿🍃 Are you all loving our Science Feature Fridays as much as we are? We are so excited to have this space to share the research our team members are working on. This week we have a research study that features some of our scientists from our Colombia chapter and our Global Science team. In this study the team focused on understanding the impacts of diversification strategies in agricultural planning. A brief overview of the findings is below: The trend toward more uniform and simpler agricultural practices threatens the stability, resilience, and equitable nature of many food systems. A recent study examined the benefits of agricultural diversification. The research team assessed five diversification strategies focused on livestock, crops, soils, non-crop plantings, and water conservation. They found that diversifying livestock or improving soil conservation enhanced both social and environmental well-being. Moreover, farms that adopted multiple diversification strategies saw even greater benefits. Read the full paper here https://nature.ly/3yBYQVC Christina Kennedy America Melo Diego Lizcano 📸Will Conkwright

New Insights into Agricultural R&D in Latin America & the Caribbean! Pleased to share a comprehensive analysis of public agricultural research and development (R&D) in the LAC region. The report, a collaboration between IFPRI and IDB, offers captivating insights into key trends and challenges. While agricultural R&D investments show high returns, LAC countries still lag in allocating sufficient resources to this critical area. The traditional agricultural research model faces significant challenges in keeping pace with the evolving agricultural landscape and broader food system. #Agriculture #ResearchAndDevelopment #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #Innovation #IDB #IFPRI #foodsystemstransformation #sustainabledevelopment

🌡 The agricultural sector is responsible for about 75% of the total global consumption of water. Global climate changes are predicted to have a substantial influence on agroclimatic model projections, evidenced by both a considerable decrease in rainfall and a temperature increases between 0.5 and 2°C by the year 2100. ☀ These changes could encourage a reconversion of agronomic methods in order to meet the increasing demands for high-quality and quantity of food for the expanding global population. In this scenario, drought has emerged as one of the major abiotic stresses and is considered the strongest environmental stress that limits plant growth and reduces crop productivity. Due to drought, yield reductions have been reported in the order of 21 to 40%, from 1980 to 2015, for wheat (Triticum aestivum) and maize (Zea mays) productions. 💧 For these reasons, novel agricultural techniques must be implemented to boost resistance to climatic fluctuations, such as introducing new crop species or improve water use efficiency. One of the most important questions to be addressed is how to use less water, however maintaining the current plant production yields, or even increase them. 🌱 An alternative that has generated much interest in recent years is the use of plant growth-promoting (PGP) microorganisms as inoculants (biofertilizers) in agricultural plants. 👉 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/erqsHxnx #Tribiome #Soilmicrobiome #Platform #Digital #Resilience #Sustainability    Wagralim | ITENE | Universidad de Burgos | University of Pretoria  | ASAJA (Asociación Agraria-Jóvenes Agricultores) | ValGenetics | SIMAVI Software Imagination & Vision | Rete Semi Rurali ETS |  Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus (Luke) Minna Kahala | Particula Group | Grupo Fertiberia / Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna   @Agence exécutive européenne pour la recherche (REA) | @L’UE_ENV | @EUAgri | @HorizonEU   Guido Giudetti | Magdalena Gajdzińska

Concerned about biodiversity loss in agriculture? The new European partnership on agroecology aims to accelerate the transition towards sustainable and resilient farming systems across Europe. Their first call for research projects focuses on "Fostering agroecology at farm and landscape levels". A chance to contribute research that addresses the transition to agroecological practices and to develop innovative, transdisciplinary research in agroecology! #Agroecology #Sustainability #ResearchCall

Why is nutrient management so important? 🚜 We are 18 months into the NutriBudget project, so it is good to emphasise the objectives of this Horizon Europe project once again. 📽 Our animated video explains you in 2 minutes why science based #nutrient management is a key element to achieve sustainable #agriculture across regions in #Europe. Read more on the project website: https://lnkd.in/eZBG7cCr NutriBudget is a partnership across European countries: Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering UGent, Yara International, PwC, ARVALIS - Institut du végétal, BETA Technological Center, Wageningen University & Research, RISE Foundation, Università degli Studi di Milano, #PROMAN, SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Nutriënten Management Instituut, Acqua & Sole Srl | Neorisorse, IMPACT, Stockholm University and Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL. #EUfunded #nutrientmanagement #nutrimodel

Do you want to know more about the TRIBIOME project? In this article I explain one of the central aspects of our research. Check this out🌿🌾🦠 #Tribiome #Unibo #Euproject

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) and the Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance journalists' capacity to accurately report on agricultural biotechnology and address misinformation. This partnership aims to boost agricultural development through scientific advancements and strengthen dialogue between editors, their audiences and scientists. At the signing ceremony, AATF Executive Director Dr. Canisius Kanangire emphasised the importance of accurate information in enhancing the adoption of agricultural biotechnology among farmers. He noted that despite the 27 years since GMOs were introduced, public perception remains clouded by misinformation. KEG President Zubeidah Kananu highlighted the partnership's role in promoting accurate, relevant and impactful information on agricultural technologies, essential for enhancing food security and driving sustainable development. She affirmed KEG's commitment to equipping reporters and editors with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively communicate advancements in agricultural technology. The OFAB champion and chairman of the Society for Biotech Farmers of Kenya (SOBIFAK), Daniel Magondu, expressed optimism about the partnership, recommending measures to support smallholder farmers, including access to irrigation, technologies, knowledge and inputs to boost productivity. #Agriculture #Biotechnology #Journalism #FoodSecurity #Africa #SustainableDevelopment #Farmers #Technology #ClimateChange #Collaboration