The nitrogen problem in agriculture exists due to the use of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers, which are created using fossil fuels. Nitrogen fertilizers tend to greatly contribute to atmospheric pollution and impacts on the climate in the way they get produced. The process of manufacturing synthetic fertilizers is highly intensive; 2 litres of diesel are required…
COVID-19 pandemic has impacted farming and agriculture globally and in diverse ways with the lockdown creating disruptions all around the world. The movement of people and farm produce has been severely hampered at both local and cross-boundary levels and that has resulted in some severe experiences within the agricultural sector. As a result of the…
The trend of healthy eating has taken over the world. More people are starting to worry about what they eat on a daily basis as they become more conscious about the health benefits of organic food. Namely, 83% of Americans buy organic, while 91% of Irish consumers believe that organic products are healthier than non-organic…
A lot of people assume that they can’t farm or start their own garden if they live in the city. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Urban agriculture is thriving. People are growing herbs, vegetables, and more from the comfort of their big city apartments. If you’d like to create a garden in…
A green smoothie is hotter than a hot dog. Green living! You don’t want to be the one living in a society that doesn’t catch on to sustainable living. It’s better for the environment and it’s also better for your wallet. Let’s get into the exciting world of green living. Green living isn’t about being…
Introduction If you’re an avid gardener, you probably know the value of good compost. Composting is an eco-friendly and sustainable way to enrich the soil in your garden and promote healthy plant growth. But have you ever considered using alpaca poop as a composting material? Alpaca poop, or manure, is a nutrient-rich material that is…
Today, we live in a world up to our necks in health challenges. These include auto-immune diseases, allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome, and mineral deficiencies just to name a few. But what if I told you that there was a simple remedy from the ocean that helps with many of these illnesses plaguing society? Let me…
The concept of ecolonomics is a combination of ecology and economics and it encompasses the belief that the environment and businesses should effectively work together towards sustainability. Ecolonomics concept recognizes the fact that no one can effectively thrive without the other. The reason for combining ecology and economics is due to the fact that as…
Our previous article entitled, “Ways to Be Sustainable in Everyday Life,” pointed out simple ways to help save our planet. Today, we’ll continue on the same idea with a parallel topic – veganism. Veganism has gone mainstream and it’s not just a movement anymore, it’s become a lifestyle that’s backed by millions of Americans. Vegan…
As we make advancements in all walks of life, we must ensure that the advances we make in science and technology do not negatively impact or overwhelm our natural resources and environment. Instead, science and technology should be put to good use. Artificial Intelligence is one such development. It’s been around for quite some time,…
The concept of ecolonomics is a combination of ecology and economics and it encompasses the belief that the environment and businesses should effectively work together towards sustainability. Ecolonomics concept recognizes the fact that no one can effectively thrive without the other. The reason for combining ecology and economics is due to the fact that as…
The impact of climate change is being felt the world over with the global temperatures gradually increasing which is quite scary. The declining soil health is becoming a key issue leading to a reduced yield of crops and increased use of fertilizers and pesticides that only impact more negatively on the climate. Soil health and…
Whether you have decided to farm fish, crops, or even marijuana, the hard work does not stop once you have set up your farming or agricultural business. In fact, there are many steps that you need to take to ensure that you can sustain the success of your company into the future, whatever happens. If…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought disruption almost in every sector with each being impacted in diverse ways including the key sectors that contribute to global food security, livelihoods, and nutrition. However, regenerative livestock farming is one area that has experienced extreme challenges that have left many farmers grappling with many issues from processing, transport, sales,…
In one of the recent articles published by FAO, the soil ecosystem was described as one of the most complex systems in nature. Biodiversity is described as “the variability among living organisms from all sources, whether terrestrial, aquatic or marine. Plants acquire their nutrients from soil using various processes. There are interactions between microorganisms in soil…