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A report reveals significant flaws in India's agriculture data collection, with 'girdawari' (crop enumeration) completed on time in less than half the country. Outdated maps and untrained staff conducting crop-cutting experiments further compromise food security data.
Diederik Steyaert, an organic farmer in Ruddervoorde, Belgium, has successfully grown crops without irrigation for 26 years. By focusing on soil health, organic matter, and minimal soil disturbance, he maintains moisture levels beneath the surface despite dry conditions.
South Australian grape growers are adopting Xynisteri, an ancient Cypriot white grape variety, to combat rising water costs and extreme heat. The drought-resistant vine requires significantly less water than traditional French varieties, offering a potential path for industry adaptation.
Australian winegrowers in South Australia's Riverland and Barossa Valley are experimenting with Xynisteri, an ancient drought-resistant white grape from Cyprus, to combat rising temperatures, water scarcity, and falling grape prices.
Cognac grower David Moreau sacrificed his wine designation in western France to erect a four-million-euro solar canopy over his vineyard, shielding grapes from extreme heat, frost, and hail.
A new study from California researchers found that barn owls can naturally reduce rodent damage in Napa Valley vineyards by decreasing rodent numbers and making them more cautious. This method offers an alternative to harmful pesticides, benefiting both grape production and biodiversity.
A new study in California's Napa Valley reveals that barn owls significantly reduce rodent damage in vineyards by both direct predation and altering rodent behavior, potentially decreasing reliance on harmful pesticides. Researchers found vineyards with more owls had fewer, more cautious rodents.