Agriculture

Study finds removing livestock may reduce long-term soil carbon storage

University of Manchester research suggests removing livestock from grasslands could weaken soil carbon storage, challenging climate assumptions.

BBSRC spin-out launches AirSeq for rapid DNA air sequencing in agriculture

Discover how Agnos Biosciences’ AirSeq technology uniquely delivers fast, highly accurate airborne pathogen detection, with broad applications from food safety to biosecurity.

From sunshine tomatoes to hemp: £21.5m to reshape farming in England

New £21.5m government funding will support 15 farm innovation projects in England, from precision-bred crops to low-emission technologies that boost productivity and sustainability.

UK farming rules overhauled to cut water pollution and help farmers

UK government launches major farming rule changes to cut water pollution, simplify regulations and boost farmer support.

How biochar is transforming water treatment, carbon capture, and clean energy

New research reveals how biochar is expanding beyond soil use to clean water, capture carbon, and boost renewable energy systems.

Canadian agriculture, strength in diversity

The Honourable Heath MacDonald describes how a Team Canada approach to agriculture will help make Canada the strongest economy in the G7.

Nitrification inhibitor outperforms biochar in boosting crop yields

A new study finds that a nitrification inhibitor outperforms biochar in increasing crop yields and reducing nitrous oxide emissions in alkaline soils.

Farm productivity investments reduce greenhouse gas emissions

New research reveals that investment in farm productivity is a key factor in reducing the growth of global greenhouse gas emissions, providing valuable evidence for climate and food policy discussions.

Europe’s crop droughts to worsen despite rising rainfall, study shows

Recent research indicates that rising temperatures will intensify severe crop droughts in Europe and western North America, even as annual rainfall increases, thereby posing a threat to food security.

UK Government unveils new plans to improve welfare for laying hens & lambs

The UK government proposes phasing out cages for laying hens by 2032 and tightening lamb welfare standards, including reduced pain during castration and docking.

How heavy metals, microplastics & resistance genes threaten greenhouse farming

A new scientific review warns that heavy metals, microplastics, and antibiotic resistance genes are creating a "triple threat" in greenhouse soils, threatening sustainable food production and calling for new control strategies.

Farming with water to restore peatlands and support rural livelihoods

Ireland’s peatlands are among the country’s most important natural assets; they store large amounts of carbon and support unique ecosystems.

94% of UK farmers back nature-friendly livestock farming

Most UK livestock farmers want to adopt nature-friendly systems, but are held back by limited government and supply chain support needed to transition to sustainable farming.

£2.3m investment backs farmers to adopt green farming technology

The UK government is investing £2.3 million in farmer-led trials to evaluate green farming technology, digital tools, and low-emission equipment on operational farms.

UAE launches AI ecosystem to boost global agricultural resilience

The UAE has launched an ai-powered agricultural ecosystem, partnering with global institutions to help farmers adapt to climate change and improve food security.

Historic EU soil law begins 16 December

The EU's first-ever Soil Monitoring Law enters into force on 16 December 2025, requiring Member States to assess soil health across all land types, support farmers and land managers.

EU agriculture and rural development policy

Open Access Government underscores the Common Agricultural Policy as a key example of European Union agriculture and rural development policy.

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