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In the heart of China’s agricultural landscape, a pressing issue has emerged: the delicate balance between water supply and demand is becoming increasingly strained, particularly in the famed Black Soil Granary. This region, known for its rich agricu

Droughts are becoming all too familiar in the agricultural landscape, and a recent study sheds light on just how these dry spells hit different farming practices. Conducted by Yanan Chen from the Institute of Remote Sensing and Geosciences at Hangzho

In the lush landscapes of Southwest China, a new approach to managing water stress in citrus orchards is taking shape, thanks to the innovative use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Researchers, led by Quanshan Liu from the State Key Laboratory of

In a recent study published in the ‘International Soil and Water Conservation Research’, researchers have taken a deep dive into the ever-important topic of soil erodibility across China. This research, led by Zhiyuan Tian from the State Key Laborato

In a world grappling with the dual challenges of climate change and food security, a recent study led by Xuchao Zhu from the State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture at the Chinese Academy of Sciences shines a spotlight on an often-ov

In Tanzania, the burgeoning avocado industry stands at a crossroads, with the potential to significantly boost the economy. However, the path to prosperity is fraught with challenges, particularly when it comes to the quality of seedlings. A recent s

In the vast expanse of Xinjiang, China, where arid landscapes meet the pressing demands of agriculture, a new study is shedding light on the pressing issue of soil salinization. This phenomenon, a significant threat to crop yields, particularly in re

In the heart of Ethiopia’s Borana rangelands, a team of researchers has been grappling with a pressing issue that resonates far beyond local landscapes: bush encroachment. This phenomenon, marked by the unchecked spread of woody species, threatens no

In the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture, mobile phones are emerging as pivotal tools in the quest for sustainable farming practices. A recent meta-analysis led by Mori W. Gouroubera from the Laboratoire de Recherche sur l’Innovation pour le Dév

In the unforgiving expanse of the Badain Jaran Desert in China, where the sun scorches the earth and water is a rare treasure, two shrub species have found a way to thrive side by side. A recent study dives into the intricate dance of survival betwee