Empowering Biodiversity in Farming for a Sustainable Future
May 22, 2024
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Farming and food production is reliant on biodiversity through the provision of valuable ecosystem services that boost production.
Farming and food production is reliant on biodiversity through the provision of valuable ecosystem services that boost production.
How are the UK part of the plan and what actions are we taking to halt species loss and encourage nature recovery within our open spaces?
South African beekeeping contributes significantly to the economy through honey production, pollination services, and the enhancement of natural capital.
The 24-month project ‘optimising low energy extraction of kelp for soil and livestock nutrition’ is set to receive a research grant to develop a novel two-stage extraction process.
Effective nutrient management is vital to modern farming and agriculture, protecting the health of our planet and driving the sustainability of food production.
Our Meet the Team series profiles the individuals who make up the UK Agri-Tech Centre, offering you a glimpse into their stories. Up next is Dr Ruth Bastow, our Innovation Director.
There was strong alignment on agri-tech challenges and opportunities at the Farm to Fork summit, at which the UK Agri-Tech Centre was represented by its chairman, Dr. Peter Quinn.
There are mounting pressures on the agri-food industry to enhance sustainability, with reconsideration of traditional feed & supplement practices for pig and poultry farming.
Our Meet the Team series offers a glimpse into our individuals, their stories & ambition for the sector. Up next is Dave Ross, our International & Investment Director.
Vince Gillingham, Founding Director and Chair, Agri-EPI Centre has been involved in agri-tech development for over 20 years and has seen many significant changes in the sector.