The rapid expansion of cacao farming in southeastern Liberia is causing alarming deforestation, driven by migrant labor and local leaders seeking financial gain.
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The moringa tree, valued for its medicinal properties, plays a crucial role in traditional medicine in DRC's Kivu region, despite facing challenges from conflict and deforestation.
Fears of major locust swarms in the Sahel are diminishing as monitoring and control measures are enhanced, despite challenges in field reporting.
The RSPO has dismissed NGO complaints against First Resources Ltd. regarding shadow companies linked to environmental violations, sparking outrage over potential loopholes.
Instacrops, a startup focused on AI-driven water conservation in agriculture, will present its innovations at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.
Record monsoon rains have flooded Punjab, India, causing unprecedented damage to crops and livestock, affecting over 400,000 people.
The expansion of soya cultivation in Brazil's Amazon is causing significant environmental and social upheaval, impacting local communities and ecosystems.
European farmers are grappling with severe drought conditions, leading to significant crop losses and economic challenges across the continent.
Brazil has privatized a section of the BR-364 highway to enhance trade routes to China, raising environmental concerns over deforestation.
In Baringo County, Kenya, Indigenous pastoralists are transitioning to organic farming through permaculture, fostering food security and community cooperation despite land ownership challenges.
Farmers are transforming agricultural waste into biochar, a carbon-capturing material that enhances soil health and crop yields while combating climate change.
A study from the University of Hawaii reveals that independent palm oil farmers in Indonesia are largely excluded from sustainable supply chains, with certified mills sourcing only 7% of their fruits despite these farmers producing 34% of the...