Today, agriculture is at the heart of many ecological, social and economic debates. The massive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides raises serious concerns about their impact on human health.

James A. Merchant, MD, DrPH, is professor emeritus, Colleges of Public Health and Medicine, founding dean emeritus of the College of Public Health at the University of Iowa. He is former director of ...

Second of two parts I MENTIONED in the first installment of this three-part series that science-based solutions are vital to ...

June 23 - Global climate efforts have focused on decarbonizing energy, transport and industry. But agriculture remains a critical, underfunded part of the solution. Responsible for nearly 90% of ...

Agriculture is the cornerstone of human civilization. Without it, we couldn’t support our vast global population. However, old agricultural practices have problems, leading to a rise in sustainable ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. There are several activities that are affecting forests and ...

Unlike traditional agricultural models that rely heavily on experience-based decision-making, AI enables data-driven ...

Climate change impacts agriculture significantly. Climate change affects crop yields, livestock productivity and the nutritional quality of cereal. High temperatures result in plants getting ...

Flooded Mawasi plot (1983) along southern coast of the Gaza Strip. As global water resources become more strained, the insights gained from traditional agricultural systems could pave the way for the ...

The Rewa Model Farm Project in Madhya Pradesh, inaugurated with key dignitaries present, showcases natural farming practices designed to empower small farmers. With integrated farming systems, the ...