After Svalbard: why safety of world seed vaults is crucial to future food security
Diversity, resilience, resistance to disease: seeds must be preserved to ensure we can feed our world in the future.
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DiCaprio’s documentary calls for a green future, but his vision isn’t radical enough
Leonardo DiCaprio's new climate documentary is an urgent call for the promised green tech revolution. But it shows too much faith in politicians and corporations to change their ways.
Why the ‘Green Revolution’ is making farmers poorer in Rwanda
The modernisation of agriculture has been touted by economists and the IMF as a way of reducing poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. But caution about the benefits of the Green Revolution is advisable.
Want to see the business case for green energy? Just look at China
China is pouring money into clean energy - not just to tackle climate change but because these are economically fruitful industries. And as China develops them, the technologies will get cheaper for everyone.
Can Iran’s rulers still use enemies abroad to rally nation?
The nuclear deal may be signed, but the history of the Islamic regime shows they will continue to rely on external conflicts to consolidate power.
Can gene editing provide a solution to global hunger?
The challenges of feeding a hungry planet are many. Gene editing crops to be more productive, nutritious or hardy could help, but concerns about GMOs abound.
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