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Farming practices like large—scale industrial agriculture which has led to massive deforestation which has led to emissions from things like fertilisers. and i think what this entails is a shift towards more sustainable farming practices which are proven to both successfully reduce emissions, like agroforestry for example but have also proven to benefit security and build resilience so we really need to think very differently about farming and agriculture in the face of climate change and thin...

It is therefore fitting that we look at some of the best practices for coffee production

Looking for climate and biodiversity solutions leads back to an ancient agricultural practice.

Martin Lemoine, Head of ADB’s Private Sector Agribusiness Unit, outlines how agribusiness can help to reduce the impact of climate change if proactive, innovative practices are embraced.

The answer lies in silvopastoralism, an agricultural method that attempts to mimic natural forest ecosystems with livestock added into the mix.

Reforestation programmes should consider the parasitic relationship between mistletoes and their hosts and their ecological benefits for bird diversity.

Combining trees with other crops or livestock intensifies production and can improve the environment. Supporters are working on best practices and regulatory challenges.

The state cabinet took three major decisions – holding combined competitive examinations for all gazetted post

Cocoa cultivated in Ghana's forests is encroaching on natural ecosystems. Boosting the productivity of existing plantations could keep their expansion in check.