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Moroccan agriculture facing climate change

How climate change is affecting the agriculture in Morocco

Moroccan agriculture facing climate change: vulnerabilities and impacts Agriculture, including livestock, is a vital sector of the Moroccan economy, accounting for approximately 15% of Morocco’s GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and […]

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Artificial Intelligence and Omics technologies Shape the Future of Food Industry

In a world where the quality, safety, and origin of our food are paramount concerns, the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and omics technologies is emerging as a groundbreaking force. […]

Machine Learning and Smart Farming Are the Future of Agriculture

Machine Learning and Smart Farming: Are the Future of Agriculture?

Recently, artificial intelligence has increasingly made its presence in our daily lives. There are occasions when we may not even consciously recognize the presence of certain technological advancements based on […]

Watermelon rind

How to Exploit Watermelon Rinds

Decreasing food waste by exploiting Watermelon Rinds Introduction: The watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. lanatus) is an important cucurbitaceous vegetable grown in different parts of the world (from tropical to temperate regions). […]

How 3D Printing can Transform Food Manufacturing

How 3D Printing can Transform Food Manufacturing

Food manufacturing technologies have witnessed a remarkable evolution in recent years, opening up new and exciting possibilities in the culinary world. Among these emerging technologies, 3D printing is a game-changer, […]

Food Engineering: Shaping a Sustainable Future in the Food Value Chain

Food engineering emerges as a powerful enabler in the quest for a sustainable and delicious future. This field, which combines science, technology, and culinary arts, is pivotal in shaping how […]

Restoring and Maintaining Thriving Farmland Through Soil Health

Restoring and Maintaining Thriving Farmland through Soil Health

A Legacy of Loss: The Scars of Unsustainable Practices Imagine vast stretches of parched earth, choked by dust and devoid of life. This wasn’t a scene from a dystopian novel […]

Practices to adapt and cope with climate change

What practices and approaches should be adopted in agriculture to cope with climate change

Towards a resilient agriculture Agriculture is a sector that contributes to global warming and suffers its consequences but also offers opportunities for adaptation and mitigation. Agriculture’s ability to cope with […]

Drones in Crop Monitoring and Management: Uses, Types, Advantages and Limitations

Co-authors: Mr. Yash Vardhan Singh and Ms. Kriti Sharma  In the face of escalating global challenges in agriculture, such as rising food demand, environmental concerns, and diminishing resources, the integration […]

Plant Parasitic Nematodes and Strategies for Crop Protection

Plant Parasitic Nematodes and Strategies for Crop Protection

In the intricate dance of agriculture, a silent menace exists that often goes unnoticed, yet its impact on global crop production is profound. Plant pathogenic nematodes, microscopic worms in the […]

bioremediation

Bioremediation as a Sustainable Solution for Heavy Metal Contamination in Water

Research Team: HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence Heavy metals have received attention in the ecological landscape as dangerous pollutants due to their significant characteristics: high toxicity, non-biodegradability, and a proclivity […]

food waste

Advanced Storage Practices for Optimal Transportation of Produce

Research Team: HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence Addressing Food Waste: Implementing Advanced Storage Practices for Optimal Transportation of Produce to Retail Outlets Introduction Food waste is one of the […]

aflatoxins

Fungal Infections, Toxin Production, and Nutritional Quality in Food and Feed

Exploring Fungal Infections, Toxin Production, and Nutritional Quality in Agriculture Products (Food and Feed): Understanding Contamination Pathways and Implementing Effective Control Measures Aflatoxins present a pressing global concern due to […]

plant proteins

Plant Proteins: Crafting a Sustainable and Healthy Planet

While it might not be immediately apparent, have you considered that the plant proteins we include in our daily diets play a crucial role in shaping a sustainable and healthy […]

robotic sprays

Infusing Smart Precision: Are Robotic Crop Sprayers the Key?

Have you ever wondered how robotic crop sprayers transform traditional farming practices and pave the way for precision agriculture? Pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers can be handled seamlessly. No more random […]

Partnership between Wikifarmer and IITA

Wikifarmer is always interested in building partnerships with organizations, universities, institutions, and projects worldwide. Our main goal is to democratize agriculture; we believe networking can help us achieve this. Wikifarmer and IITA […]

How organic farming can be purely plant-based

How organic farming can be purely plant-based?

(Biocyclic) Vegan − an Opportunity for the Organic Food Sector The market for vegan products is booming. Young people, in particular, are increasingly opting for a responsible, plant-based lifestyle for […]

heavy metals

Microbial Heavy Metal Remediation: A Solution for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Health

Research Team: HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence At the intersection of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 15 (Life on Land), the potential of microorganisms to tolerate, […]