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Agricultural revolution in Africa could increase global carbon emissions
November 19, 2014 Editor 0
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Productivity-boosting #agricultural innovations in Africa could lead to an increase in global deforestation rates and carbon emissions, a Purdue University study finds. Historically, improvements in agricultural technology have conserved land and decreased carbon emissions at the global level: Gaining better yields in one area lessens the need to clear other areas […]
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Africa’s catalytic agricultural innovations
August 14, 2013 Editor 0
As the continent awaits its agricultural revolution, This is Africa looks at the cutting edge ideas which could make the difference While the majority of the African population is heavily reliant on agriculture, the continent has lagged behind other developing regions in progressing this essential sector. Research and development specific to the continent’s varied […]
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