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An interesting article from Ethiopia that is experiencing serious drought and food insecurity issues. Promotes Climate Smart Agriculture that includes CA
https://t.co/iA6jjXf3n2

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A description about the need for improving soil health if food security in the future is to be accomplished.
https://t.co/thl6EQHdxW

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A useful article about what is Climate Smart agriculture and how it will be needed for future food production. Several practices are described.
https://t.co/wVPHYQ6pTZ

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An explanation of the use of AI in Zimbabwe agriculture with examples of some successful uses.
https://t.co/KlbDzJrnbV

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The frightening dust storm in the mid-West brings back memories of the 1930's dust storm. U. of Illinois will study this issue and find out why and what to do.
https://t.co/x5OjkgQvNc

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An article telling that the European Union is about to re-authorize the use of Glyphosate in agriculture and some reasons why.
https://t.co/RdijSskkPd

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An article about use of cover crops and no-tillage in North Carolina with the aim to improve soil health and productivity.
https://t.co/j4TU1U3Iu5

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An article about residue burning in India that is a big issue in the rice-wheat areas of the Indogangetic Plains. It writes about the issue and the solutions.
https://t.co/6UMRV8AHRV

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With water running out and issues of climate change this article explains how Zimbabwe is handling future food security
https://t.co/L8n1RKlpwk

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Training of mechanics in developing countries essential for allowing local farmers to mechanize and reduce the drudgery and timeliness of operations.
https://t.co/etw9IWyKld

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An interesting report from SE Asia where a farmer first rejected CA and then became its most vocal supporter.
https://t.co/vGVN5xFXhz

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A report from South Africa that confirms CA is important for the future to enhance soil quality.
https://t.co/HEjIYSxucs

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An interesting article on earthworms, a vital component of healthy soils that are promoted using CA management.
https://t.co/HRnw7HXWZh

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An interesting article by CIMMYT from Zimbabwe is being affected by climate change and drought. It explores different ways to mulch the soil and maintain higher moisture.
https://t.co/IPzpCQU7B2

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Another summary of the global conference on small scale mechanization in Zimbabwe where equipment more relevant for smallholders farmers is described.
https://t.co/Um2YD4DWwZ

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A must read article about the renewal of Glyphosate herbicide in Europe that is based on scientific evidence. This product enables farmers to adopt CA for their weed control.
https://t.co/KmAKfapB1B

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An article on the global conference on mechanization in future agriculture. This is a vital factor for future farming efficiency and will help young farmers consider farming. Worth reading.
https://t.co/wJUWnOlikw

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Another farmer convinced CA is the way for farming in the future from South Africa.
https://t.co/oU3STivEpZ

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This article from South Africa advocates for aging farmers to work with new, young farmers who will need to adapt to climate change. The key is training and educating young farmers in better management practices like CA.
https://t.co/VjPa5WUIKY

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An article worth reading that discusses the latest approval of Glyphosate in Europe for the next 10 years. Young farmers say this is common sense until affordable alternatives are developed.
https://t.co/Qwzm6DBImn