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Advancing Agricultural Practices, Reducing Emissions and Ensuring Sustainable Growth in the Face of Climate Challenges
This article is part of the Climate Change & Carbon Research Briefings series. More articles in the series can be found below: Understanding Natural Capital Markets Collecting On-Farm Biodiversity Data…
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Cutting emissions in the oat sector, a case study
Oats are highly valued for being both nutritious and offering significant health benefits. As a crop its green credentials are well known, giving good yields in less productive soils and…
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Livestock Productivity – Pigs & Poultry
Livestock Productivity – Pigs & Poultry When talking about reducing livestock emissions in Scotland, the focus is usually on ruminant livestock, given they comprise the majority of livestock in Scotland.…
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Livestock Productivity – Sheep
Livestock Productivity – Sheep Sheep health has been identified in research as one of the top ways that Scottish farms can reduce their carbon footprint, as well as providing clear…
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As global climate and environmental targets become an increasing priority, all sectors of the economy will have to participate in national strategies for low carbon transition. Agriculture is no exception,…
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