Farming Matters: Amy Jackson – "Novel technologies offer solutions we need... but what if that tech is unacceptable to consumers?"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Amy Jackson, communications specialist in farming issues and crises

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Hilda the IVF calf

From biochar to selective breeding, technology has been touted as a major weapon in reducing the carbon footprint of farming. Some say it could decrease agricultural emissions by as much as 20% over the...

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