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Enhanced Rock Weathering: A Dual Solution for Carbon Removal and Agriculture

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Environment·7 saat önceAI özeti

Enhanced Rock Weathering: A Dual Solution for Carbon Removal and Agriculture

Scientists are exploring enhanced rock weathering (ERW), a method of spreading finely crushed volcanic rock on farmland to remove atmospheric carbon dioxide. This technique accelerates a natural geological process, potentially improving soil health and crop productivity while utilizing existing agricultural equipment, but requires careful monitoring and verification.

India's Agriculture Sector Transformed by Investment, Production Gains

India's agriculture sector has seen significant growth over 12 years due to increased investment, record foodgrain production, and improved farmer support, boosting GVA and farmer income.

Iraqi Kurdistan's rains fill dams, boost crop yields amid farmer challenges

Rains in Iraqi Kurdistan have filled dams and ended drought, boosting crop yields. While beneficial for many, some areas saw crops submerged. Farmers face challenges with government wheat purchases and electricity costs for rice cultivation.

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El Niño Study: Crop Yields in India Could Drop Over 10% in Vulnerable Districts

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Agriculture·17.05.2026AI özeti

El Niño Study: Crop Yields in India Could Drop Over 10% in Vulnerable Districts

A study by ICAR scientists reveals El Niño years have historically reduced India's key kharif crop yields, like paddy and maize, by over 10% in many districts. Researchers urge contingency planning for drought-tolerant varieties and water management.

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Fertiliser Supply Disruption Could Cost Up to 10 Billion Meals Weekly, Warns Yara CEO

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Dünya·01.05.2026AI özeti

Fertiliser Supply Disruption Could Cost Up to 10 Billion Meals Weekly, Warns Yara CEO

The CEO of fertiliser giant Yara warns that disruptions to supplies caused by conflict in the Gulf could cost up to 10 billion meals per week globally. Svein Tore Holsether said 500,000 tons of nitrogen fertiliser is not being produced due to the situation blocking the Strait of Hormuz, with fertiliser prices up 80%. Without nitrogen fertiliser, crop yields could drop by up to 50%, potentially triggering a bidding war for food between richer and poorer nations.

BBC Business

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War in Iran Could Cost 10 Billion Meals Weekly, Warns Fertiliser Chief

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Dünya·01.05.2026AI özeti

War in Iran Could Cost 10 Billion Meals Weekly, Warns Fertiliser Chief

The CEO of global fertiliser producer Yara has warned that the war in Iran could cost up to 10 billion meals per week globally due to disrupted fertiliser supplies. Svein Tore Holsether said 500,000 tons of nitrogen fertiliser are not being produced because of blocked shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Fertiliser prices have soared by 80% since the conflict began, with reduced crop yields of up to 50% expected. The UK faces rising food costs, with inflation potentially reaching 10% by December.

BBC Business

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Fertiliser shortages from Gulf war could cost 10 billion meals weekly - Yara CEO

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Dünya·01.05.2026AI özeti

Fertiliser shortages from Gulf war could cost 10 billion meals weekly - Yara CEO

The CEO of Yara, one of the world's largest fertiliser producers, has warned that supply disruptions caused by the Gulf war could cost up to 10 billion meals per week globally. Svein Tore Holsether said 500,000 tons of nitrogen fertiliser are not being produced due to blocked shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with reduced crop yields of up to 50% possible without nitrogen fertiliser. The conflict has already driven fertiliser prices up 80%, with the poorest countries set to suffer most in any bidding war for food.

BBC News

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Fertiliser supply disruption from Gulf war could cost 10 billion meals a week, Yara CEO warns

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Dünya·30.04.2026AI özeti

Fertiliser supply disruption from Gulf war could cost 10 billion meals a week, Yara CEO warns

The CEO of world fertiliser producer Yara has warned that supply disruptions due to the Gulf conflict could cost up to 10 billion meals per week. Svein Tore Holsether said half a million tons of nitrogen fertiliser are not being produced due to the situation blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Fertiliser prices have soared by 80% since the US and Israel's war on Iran began, and reduced fertiliser use could cut crop yields by up to 50% in the first season, potentially triggering a bidding war for food between richer and poorer nations.

BBC News

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War in Iran Could Cost 10 Billion Meals a Week, Warns Fertilizer Giant CEO

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Dünya·30.04.2026AI özeti

War in Iran Could Cost 10 Billion Meals a Week, Warns Fertilizer Giant CEO

The CEO of world fertilizer giant Yara has warned that the war in Iran could cost up to 10 billion meals a week as supplies of nitrogen fertilizer are disrupted. Svein Tore Holsether said half a million tons of fertilizer production has been lost due to the conflict blocking the Strait of Hormuz, with fertilizer prices soaring by 80%. He urged Europe to consider the impact on vulnerable populations in developing nations who could lose bidding wars for food to richer countries.

BBC Business

Extreme Heat Threatens Global Food Systems, UN Warns

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Environment·22.04.2026AI özeti

Extreme Heat Threatens Global Food Systems, UN Warns

Extreme heat is severely impacting global food systems, threatening crop yields, livestock, and farmers' ability to work, according to a UN report. This crisis puts over a billion livelihoods at risk and highlights the urgent need for adaptation and climate action.

Nearly 60% of U.S. farmers say their finances are getting worse as fertilizer, fuel costs rise: Survey

Rising fertilizer costs tied to global shipping disruptions are squeezing U.S. farmers, forcing cutbacks that could reduce crop yields and supply.

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