Ever thought about how farmers can tackle climate change? Well, there's a clever way to do it using something called agri-food value chains. These are like special pathways that connect farmers to markets, and they can be designed to help farmers become climate-smart. That means using farming practi
Imagine you're a farmer. You know that to improve your crops, you need the right tools and resources. That’s where financial development comes in. When banks offer loans, farmers can afford better equipment, like those that help manage energy more efficiently. But, being a farmer also means dealing
Henry Ford, the man behind America's iconic car brand, also had a thing for tractors. Back in the early 1900s, he created an experimental tractor called the "automotive plow. " By 1917, Ford introduced the Fordson tractor, and the company started making farming equipment. Ford tractors like the 9N,
Hannah Kobayashi vanished while traveling from Hawaii to New York City. Her dad, Ryan Kobayashi, flew to Los Angeles to find her, but the search took a toll. Ryan scoured some of LA's toughest neighborhoods, including Skid Row, before his body was found in a parking lot near his daughter's last know
Ever wondered how doctors make sure your X-ray images are crystal clear? There's a little helper called an anti-scatter grid (ASG) that makes it happen. But how do they know if this grid is doing its job? Scientists have just discovered a cool new way to check it out, and it's much simpler than befo
Citadel's founder Ken Griffin hinted that he might sell a small part of his hedge fund someday. He made this comment at an event in New York. Griffin said it was a smart move to sell a piece of Citadel Securities to Sequoia and Paradigm in 2022. This deal put the firm's value at $22 billion. Griffi
Have you ever thought about how tiny, man-made particles could affect fish? Well, let's dive into some interesting findings about selenium nanoparticles, or nano-Se. These tiny particles are big in the healthcare and farming worlds, but what about their impact on fish? Scientists decided to find ou
Cooperatives are essential for developing rural areas and farming. They employ millions worldwide and contribute significantly to the global economy. A recent study looked into Nepal's vegetable value chain, focusing on how cooperatives help farmers. The research was conducted in Siraha and Saptari
Have you ever wondered how the type of coffee plant affects the tiny communities living in the soil and on the fruits? Scientists in Brazil decided to explore this question by studying different types of Coffea canephora, a popular coffee bean variety. They collected soil and fruit samples from six
To make farms greener and healthier, experts have pinpointed nine key factors. Some of these factors can directly cut down on agriculture's environmental impact, boost soil health, and encourage biodiversity. Others indirectly support the adoption of sustainable practices. Together, they help mainta
