Though puzzled by jargon like carbon emissions and credits, many rice farmers have been part of a clean agriculture project for over a decade, attracted by its high profits. Vo Minh Chieu was skeptical when first approached to trial a new type of rice which promised low levels of carbon emissions. He did not expect […]
by Razi Faruqi Pasha Astungkara Way is at the forefront of Bali’s regenerative agriculture movement, committed to revitalising the island’s farming practices through sustainable and innovative methods. Established in January 2021, we partner with local farmers, local and international academics, and impact investors to spearhead a regenerative rice farming initiative that blends modern ecological practices […]
Hanoi (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Soc Trang plans to expand the rice cultivation model in the 2024 Summer-Autumn crop targeting one million hectares of high-quality and low-emission rice by 2030. The green growth rice is to be piloted in Long Phu, to other local districts, towns, and cities. After the first crop, […]
Water has become the most crucial limiting factor for Pakistan’s agricultural growth. Despite the availability of millions of acres of barren land, particularly in Balochistan and Punjab, the country’s cultivated area could not be expanded in the past due to the scarcity of surface and quality groundwater. In Pakistan, water scarcity is an increasingly important […]
Traditional rice farming presents significant environmental challenges. Practices like burning leftover straw after harvest and submerging fields throughout the growing season waste water and release harmful greenhouse gases, particularly methane, into the atmosphere—impacting both the environment and human health. Fortunately, sustainable alternatives are available. Introducing dry cycles during rice cultivation can greatly reduce carbon emissions. […]
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Tran Thanh Nam on September 23 met with a World Bank (WB) delegation to discuss preparations for signing the Emission Reduction Payment Agreement (ERPA) with the Transformative Carbon Asset Facility (TCAF). Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Tran Thanh Nam on September 23 met […]
Agricultural officials have proposed using straw for mushroom cultivation, livestock feed and fertiliser, but a more comprehensive economic plan is needed to manage this resource more effectively. CẦN THƠ — Việt Nam’s plan to cultivate one million hectares of high-quality, low-emission rice in the Mekong Delta has yielded some early success. Still, some challenges remain, […]
Pragti Negi The method of using an agricultural production system that utilizes crop rotation, compost, green manure, and biological pest control for the production of crops, livestock, and public awareness is known as organic farming. This agricultural production system that focuses more on organics promotes resource cycling, which preserves biodiversity and maintains ecological equilibrium. The […]
A regional forum on low-emission rice farming kicked off in Hanoi on September 9, aiming to promote cooperation, build consensus, and seek viable solutions to address challenges in developing a sustainable rice value chain across landscapes. Hanoi (VNA) – A regional forum on low-emission rice farming kicked off in Hanoi on September 9, aiming to […]
Sustainable rice farming models in Mekong Delta localities have delivered promising results, taking strides toward more eco-friendly and profitable agriculture, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development told a meeting in Soc Trang province on September 4. Soc Trang (VNA) – Sustainable rice farming models in Mekong Delta localities have delivered promising results, taking strides […]
