Conserve more
Agriculture feeds the world. But irrigation consumes 70% of the world’s fresh water. How do we unlock the natural potential of seeds?
Farmers face a complex dilemma: they must meet a growing global appetite for both food and energy while conserving the vital natural resources for future generations.
One answer lies in discovering seeds’ natural potential. Find out how seeds are key to achieving the highest yield and reducing the natural resources required to plant, grow and harvest every bushel.
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Soil: More Than Meets The Eye
Peel back the layers of this precious resource and discover why soil is so critical to our crops.
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Biotechnology for Sustainability
Guest contributor Kent J. Bradford discusses how biotech can help agriculture become more sustainable.
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A Rock and a Hard Place: Water Shortages in Mexico, Egypt and China
Over the past year several countries including Mexico, Egypt and China have experienced extreme water crises.
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The Solution to the Water Problem—Agriculture Minus Irrigation?
As water use has been growing at more than twice the rate of the population increase, agriculture is affected.
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Irrigation Technology In Developing Countries Must Improve, Experts Say
Scientists and academics warn of future agricultural losses if water management practices do not improve.
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The Irrigation Sensation
How do different types of irrigation affect agriculture and food production? Find out here.
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Probing Into the Future
How do we best manage water? Read Bob Glodt's take on how technology can help conserve this precious resource.
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Explore the Mississippi River Partnership Project
Learn about the partnership that's helping to reduce runoff into the Gulf of Mexico.
Videos
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Conservation Tillage at Gleue Farms
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Hear the Gleue family of farmers discuss the environmental benefits and time-saving impacts of tillage.
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Environmental Benefits of Biotechnology
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Brazilian farmer Armindo Mugnol cites benefits for the soil and surrounding wildlife.
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Reduced Tillage in Oklahoma
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Hear one farmer discuss the numerous benefits that no-till farming has brought to his farm in Oklahoma.
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Challenges of Farming with Limited Resources
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Listen to farmers from Oklahoma and Texas talk about the challenges of farming with limited resources, particularly water.
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Dr. Klaus Ammann Digs into Dirt and Tilling
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Biotechnology provides a better way to tend to soil and control weeds.
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Brazilian Farmers Work to Protect the Environment
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Three Brazilian farmers discuss the impact of biotech crops on the environment and their families.
Documents
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Biotech Crops: Evidence, Outcomes and Impacts 1996-2007: Focus on Environmental Impacts
Read about the evidence, outcomes and environmental impacts of biotech crops in a report from PG Economics.
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Charting Our Water Future
A report from the 2030 Water Resources Group about the future of one of our most precious resources: water.
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How is Drought Defined?
Learn about drought and the important role irrigation plays in agriculture.
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Agriculture and Water
Do you know how much water is used in crop production? Find out here.
Photos
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Soil: A Closer Look
The makeup of this seemingly simple resource is actually quite complex. Take a look and see how soil interacts with crops.
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Irrigation Wheeline
Get a close look at an irrigation wheeline system, which moves across the field under its own power. Photos courtesy of Idaho Farm Bureau.
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Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center
How can farmers utilize technology to conserve water and mitigate drought? Check out the tools and innovations at the Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center.
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Soil and Water: Striking the Right Balance
Water and soil go hand in hand when it comes to agriculture and crop production. Find out why.
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Soil: More Than Meets The Eye
Peel back the layers of this precious resource and discover why soil is so critical to our crops.
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Advancements in Planting Methods Help Conserve More Natural Resources
Farmers have been using tilling practices to preserve their soil for many years. Learn how.
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Digging up the Dirt on Soil Conservation
Read about how critical soil conservation is and how modern science is helping farmers to protect their soil.
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Biotechnology for Sustainability
Guest contributor Kent J. Bradford discusses how biotech can help agriculture become more sustainable.
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A Rock and a Hard Place: Water Shortages in Mexico, Egypt and China
Over the past year several countries including Mexico, Egypt and China have experienced extreme water crises.
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Actions Needed to Control Water Usage to Meet Global Demands
An overview of water scarcity and global demand based on the World Economic Forum Water Initiative report.
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The Solution to the Water Problem—Agriculture Minus Irrigation?
As water use has been growing at more than twice the rate of the population increase, agriculture is affected.
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Irrigation Technology In Developing Countries Must Improve, Experts Say
Scientists and academics warn of future agricultural losses if water management practices do not improve.
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The Irrigation Sensation
How do different types of irrigation affect agriculture and food production? Find out here.
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Conservation Tillage at Gleue Farms
Play video
Hear the Gleue family of farmers discuss the environmental benefits and time-saving impacts of tillage.
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Discussions About Conservation Tillage
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Experts talk about the benefits conservation tillage brings to farmers, the environment, and society.
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Environmental Benefits of Biotechnology
Play video
Brazilian farmer Armindo Mugnol cites benefits for the soil and surrounding wildlife.
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Soil Benefits from Biotechnology
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Brazilian farmer Joao Baggio talks about the ways in which biotechnology can improve the environment and help conserve natural resources, including soil.
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Reduced Tillage in Oklahoma
Play video
Hear one farmer discuss the numerous benefits that no-till farming has brought to his farm in Oklahoma.
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Water Utilization Learning Center
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The Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center features both best agronomic practices while using less resources and the technology used to implement these practices.
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Gordon Wassenar Discusses a Surprising Energy Source
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Farmers are excited about the numerous changes and advancements made possible by biotech crops.
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Dr. Klaus Ammann Digs into Dirt and Tilling
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Biotechnology provides a better way to tend to soil and control weeds.
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GM Crops Improve Yield and Income
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Meet a group of farmers who are now able to provide more for their families thanks to GMO crops.
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Brazilian Farmers Work to Protect the Environment
Play video
Three Brazilian farmers discuss the impact of biotech crops on the environment and their families.
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Indonesia Plans $1 Billion Green Fund to Battle Climate Change
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Is California’s Drought Ending? It’s Too Soon to Say.
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Researchers Say Climate Change Will Have Significant Impact on Farming in Region
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Vietnam Water Resources Need Protection to Stave Off Shortage
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Ethiopia – Country of the Silver Sickle – Offers Land Dirt Cheap to Farming Giants
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Australian Water Crisis Offers Clues for California
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South Africa Wants to Cut Emissions, but Lacks Policies to Match Its Rhetoric
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Farmers Were Green Before Green Was Cool
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USDA: U.S. Ecosystems are Being Impacted by Climate Change
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Agriculture Secretary Spotlights Climate
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Charting Our Water Future
A report from the 2030 Water Resources Group about the future of one of our most precious resources: water.
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Water and Agriculture: Implications for Development and Growth
Essays from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies' (SAIS) November 2009 Year of Water conference.
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GMOs - What’s In It For Us?
A report from the Danish Ministry of Agriculture highlighting the benefits GM crops bring to the climate and environment.
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How is Drought Defined?
Learn about drought and the important role irrigation plays in agriculture.
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Agriculture and Water
Do you know how much water is used in crop production? Find out here.
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Soil: A Closer Look
The makeup of this seemingly simple resource is actually quite complex. Take a look and see how soil interacts with crops.
-
Irrigation Wheeline
Get a close look at an irrigation wheeline system, which moves across the field under its own power. Photos courtesy of Idaho Farm Bureau.
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Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center
How can farmers utilize technology to conserve water and mitigate drought? Check out the tools and innovations at the Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center.
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Play audioMississippi River Project Press Conference
Hear how local farmers and conservation groups are reducing runoff into the Mississippi River.
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