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Did you know agriculture uses only 3 percent of the 440 million tons of plastic made each year? Yet, it uses a huge 14 million tons of plastic! 80 percent
Did you know that fertile soil gives plants crucial nutrients? It also supports many organisms, making it hard for the environment to degrade. Organic farming puts a big focus on
Over 35% of the world’s fisheries are overfished, which is a huge problem for our oceans. Fish consumption has gone up faster than the human population. Nearly 60% of our
Did you know smallholder farmers make up most of the world’s poor? They play a big part in producing our food. But, they struggle because they can’t get the credit
By 2050, the world will need 70% more food due to more people. There is also a big issue as almost 10% of us still go hungry. This makes creating
In 2019, U.S. farmers covered 91.7 million acres with corn. This massive corn farming shows why we need efficient logistics in agriculture. To make sure farm products get to consumers
Over 30% of the world’s arable land has been lost to soil degradation in 40 years. This alarming trend highlights the need for sustainable farming. It is crucial for our
Do you know that over 95% of pigs in intensive farms have their tails docked? This is to stop tail biting. It shows the big issues we face in making
In 2018, Bhatta and team discovered new genetic areas for grain yield in drought-stressed wheat. This highlights how scientific progress helps make crops resistant to drought. It’s key for ensuring
Wind and solar power are expected to grow by over a third in 2024. This growth is set to beat coal electric power for the first time. It’s a big
Did you know the average age of a North American farmer is close to 60? Only 9% are under 35 years old. This shortage of young farmers means a lack
Did you know that food production and processing use up a third of the world’s energy? This big number shows us how much we could help the planet by greening
Did you know that nearly 65 percent of all interstate highway miles are built through rural areas? Also, about 70 percent of Federal-aid highway miles cross these regions. These facts
Did you know that 70% of all fresh water withdrawals come from agriculture? This massive number shows we urgently need sustainable water use for global food security. Experts, like Katherine
Did you know agriculture and food contribute over $750 billion to the U.S. GDP every year? This shows how big farming is for the economy. U.S. farms also provide nearly
Did you know, 33% of the world’s soil is already degraded? This alarming fact shows why we need to act fast. Soil impacts farming and food, with key players like
Did you know Costa Rica has upped its forest cover to 52%? This surge comes from regenerating seven times more trees than it cuts. It shows the country’s focus on
Did you know only 22% of South Korea is the right land for farming? The rest is mountains and cities. Despite this, South Korea is putting KRW 6.2 billion (US$4.7
By 2050, it’s estimated the world’s population will hit 9.7 billion. Meeting the food demand will be crucial. Fish farming in Norway shows how advanced technology can tackle various challenges
Did you know that traditional animal agriculture in Canada is a big source of greenhouse gas? It’s nearly 15% of the country’s emissions, as much as all transportation. This shows
Since after World War II, agriturismo in Italy has really taken off. It has turned working farms into welcoming havens for visitors. This growth shows how important Italian agritourism is
In February 2024, Ukraine set a new record during wartime. It shipped 5.2 million metric tons of grains and other farm products from Greater Odesa ports through the new Ukrainian
Did you know Ethiopia is home to a vast number of honey bees? It has 6 million managed colonies and about 10 million wild ones. This makes Ethiopia not only
Did you know Ghana ranks second in the world for cocoa production? It supplies about 25% of the world’s cocoa. But, meeting this demand comes at a high cost to
In Sweden, just over 20 percent of the land is organic. But the government wants to reach 30 percent by 2030. This goal shows a big move towards farming in
Did you know that Egypt needs more water than the Nile provides since the 1970s? The shift from having extra water to needing more highlights a big problem. This is
Spanish farming cooperatives like Cosanse and Anecoop bring together thousands of farmers. They are a big part of Spain’s agriculture. For instance, Cosanse is run by 800 farmers who jointly
