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There are questionable methods being used which distort our understanding of the number of smallholder farmers that embrace new technologies.
Reflections on World Wetland Day on how this precious resource can be used sustainably to reduce rural poverty, improve food security and strengthen livelihood in the face of climate change.
US farmers and agribusiness can help themselves by helping Africa to meet its rapidly growing food needs.
Microbial-based solutions for agriculture are among some of the new innovations having an impact on the sector in the developed world.
The ocean can no longer be viewed as a limitless space for free access for all. It needs to be managed over its entirety
A global trend to regulate frequent antibiotic use in livestock and poultry production is emerging but Africa is still lagging behind.
Understanding the connections between basic food demands and accessibility to water and energy is important when it comes to climate change and its impact on agriculture and livelihoods.
It is crucial to integrate paleoclimate data into ecological studies. This will increase understanding of how species respond to climate change.
The Millennium Development Goals failed in aspects like poverty. Lessons must be learnt to ensure that these mistakes will not be repeated by the Sustainable Development Goals.
Tanzania has experienced two major coral bleaching events. Major coral bleaching events occur when sea surface temperatures are high thanks to El Nino.
A new study reveals that just 7,100 cheetahs remain globally, representing the best available estimate for the species to date.
China has decided to end all domestic trade in ivory, an act that could help elephant numbers all over Africa.
Insects have often been described with words like “disgusting” and the idea of eating them horrifies some people. But this needs to change as they can be an important food source.
Zimbabwe are looking to resolve a debt to China by selling animals to them. But one of the concerns is that the elephants sold will eventually be farmed and their ivory harvested.
The Anthropocene is often associated with problems such as climate change and inequality. But there is also hope that it can come with positive change for the benefit of people.
Indonesia and South Africa are making strides against transnational organised fisheries crime.
Foot problems are more rife in elephants living in captivity. The hard ground they walk on often gives them foot trouble. Generally, by the time the problem is picked up, it’s too late.
The end of fossil fuels is approaching fast. But the question remains of what to do with those that remain, waiting to be sold.
A robust technique using the wonders of digital media has helped researchers understand how threatened species like frogs are faring on our globally changing planet.
The tropics are expanding at an unprecedented rate. This will have massive implications for societies, economies and the natural world.
Drought is a massive problem for southern Africa. The region requires adaptation and mitigation strategies if it’s to cope with the changing climate.
South Africa’s weather is very attractive to international visitors. Climate change could alter their perceptions unless mitigation strategies are put in place.
Global indigenous and human rights movements that oppose the oil, coal and gas industries are charting a path for a fair and just transition to a low carbon energy future.
Small-scale renewable energy projects have tremendous potential to power rural areas in the DRC. Rural areas in the country have very little access to electricity.