John Green – Food is Weird
Although John struggles pronouncing the word ‘hectares’ his points are valid. Africa has 60% of the world’s potential farmland and if Best Management Practices and technologies were implemented they would be a powerhouse.
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Note: World population is complex. The United Nations says it is likely that our population reached eight billion in late 2022, but some algorithms from other credible sources like this counter have not reached eight billion yet.
Bill Gates and John Green – African Ag
Watch Bill Gates and John Green discuss agriculture around the world, and the opportunity to increase productivity and sustainable agriculture in third world nations such as Africa.
Checking Sheep with Drones
Check out how a DRONE checks sheep in New Zealand and technology helps advance agriculture.
Edible, Biodegradable Food Packaging
Edible, biodegradable food packaging sounds like something out of a science fiction movie, but researchers are hoping it will become a reality for consumers.
Smart Technologies: The Key to Youth Involvement in Agriculture
What is the key to getting youth excited about Agriculture?
This article examines new technologies that will entice young people into the industry, and also ensure sustainability even with our growing population.