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Agrometerology and Natural Risk management, Fedis (2025)

04/06/2025

In Africa and the Middle East, the potato is a key food security crop, supporting millions of families. In Kenya, it’s the second most important crop after maize, benefiting 800,000 farmers and 2.5 million people. With a short growing cycle, potatoes are harvested twice a year in some regions, helping feed communities quickly.

However, pests and diseases like late blight, nematodes, and bacterial wilt pose major threats, causing significant yield losses.

Corteva Agriscience’s Zorvec™ fungicide is designed to protect potatoes from these dangers. Zorvec offers powerful control against late blight, rainfast protection, and up to 10 days of defense, ensuring healthier, more abundant harvests.

On this International Potato Day, we celebrate the resilience of potato farmers and the innovations that help safeguard their crops.

03/06/2025

Climate Smart Livestock Farming (CSLF) is an integrated approach to livestock production that enhances productivity, builds resilience to climate change, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. It aims to meet growing food demands while safeguarding the environment and improving farmers' livelihoods.

Key Components of Climate Smart Livestock Farming:

🌱 1. Improved Pasture Management

Rotational grazing: Moving livestock between pastures to allow forage regrowth.
Drought-resistant grasses: Reduces dependency on external feed and maintains ground cover.
Soil fertility: Enhanced by incorporating legumes and compost.

💧 2. Water Management

Efficient watering systems: Troughs and rainwater harvesting reduce water waste.
Protection of water sources: Fencing off streams to prevent contamination.
Irrigation for pasture: Sustainable water use ensures green fodder year-round.

♻️ 3. Renewable Energy Integration

Solar panels: Power milking machines, water pumps, and lights.
Wind turbines: Supplement energy needs on larger farms.
Biogas systems: Convert manure into energy and reduce methane emissions.

🐄 4. Improved Animal Health and Genetics

Resilient breeds: Selected for heat tolerance and disease resistance.
Vaccination and veterinary care: Reduces disease outbreaks and mortality.
Efficient feeding: High-quality, low-emission diets improve productivity.

🌍 5. Emission Reduction and Manure Management

Manure composting and storage: Lowers methane and nitrous oxide emissions.
Biogas digesters: Capture methane for cooking or electricity.
Carbon sequestration: Managed grazing helps store carbon in soil.

👩‍🌾 6. Livelihood and Community Benefits

Training for farmers: On sustainable practices and climate adaptation.
Gender inclusion: Empowering women in livestock production.
Market access: Promoting value-added products like organic milk or meat.

02/06/2025

ACHIEVING THE TRIPLE WIN OF CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE (CSA)

The global agrifood system must therefore deliver on multiple fronts. It must feed the world, adapt to climate change, and drastically reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. In response to these challenges, the concept of Climate-smart Agriculture (CSA) has emerged as a holistic approach to end food security and promote sustainable development while addressing climate change issues.

CSA is a set of agricultural practices and
technologies which simultaneously boost productivity, enhance resilience and reduce GHG emissions. Although it is built on existing agricultural knowledge, technologies, and sustainability principles, CSA is distinct in several ways.

1. it has an explicit focus on addressing climate change in the agrifood system.
2. CSA systematically considers the synergies and tradeoffs that exist between productivity, adaptation, and mitigation.
3. CSA encompasses a range of practices and technologies that are tailored to specific agro-ecological conditions and socio-economic contexts including the adoption of climate-resilient crop varieties, conservation agriculture techniques, agroforestry,precision farming, water management strategies, and improved livestock management.

By implementing these practices, triple win results can be achieved:

1. Increased productivity: Produce more and higher quality food without putting an additional strain on natural resources, to improve nutrition security and boost incomes, especially for 75 percent of the world’s poor who live in rural areas and mainly rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.

2. Enhanced resilience: Reduce vulnerability to droughts, pests, diseases and other climate-related.risks and shocks; and improve the capacity to adapt and grow in the face of longer-term stresses like increased seasonal variability and more erratic weather patterns.

3. Reduced emissions: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions of the food system, avoid deforestation due to

21/05/2025

Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) is an approach to farming that increases productivity, enhances resilience to climate change, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. It promotes sustainable practices like water-efficient irrigation, use of climate-resilient crops, agroforestry, and digital tools to monitor and manage farms more effectively. CSA aims to ensure food security while protecting the environment and adapting to changing climate conditions.

26/03/2025

Odeefannoo haala Rooban wal qabate Gaafa guyya 25_31/2025, Roobni cimaan
godinaale Facaasa qonna Arfaasa qaban irrati cime akka itti fufu metrology biyyoleeysa beekisise jura

16/03/2025

reektar iskeelii 5.1 ta’e mudate
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➡️ Itoophiyaa naannawaa Awaash*tti sa'aatii 3:53'tti kirkirri lafaa reektar iskeelii 5.1 galmaa'e mudateera.

➡️Kirkirri lafaa kun Magaalota Adaamaafi Finfinnee dabalatee bakkeen garaa garaatti mudachuu ibsameera.Ji’ooloojikaal Sarveeyii Ameerikaa (USGS)

08/03/2025

dhufu irrraa eegalee roobni Arfaasaa abdachiisaa ta'e akka itti fufu Inistiitiyuutiin Miitiyooroloojii Itiyoophiyaa raagee jira.

Kanaaf, qonnaan bultoonniifo hirsiisee bultoonni fayyadamtoota rooba Arfaasaa haala qilleensaa raagame ilaalcha keessa galchuun: Qophii lafaa ariifachiisuun xumuruu, Haroowwan hawaasaa, Eelawwaniifi Finnaawwan qulqulleessuun akka bishaan qabatuuf haal-dureewwan mijeessuu, facaasaa qonna Arfaasaaf galteewwan barbaachisu qopheeffachuun yeroon facaasaa aeessuu, Jiidhinsa ni argama jedhamee eegamutti haalan dhimma bahuu, Bakkeewwan sassabbiin oomisha qamadii Bonaa gaheetti gogiinsa isaa mirkaneeffachuun yeroon sassaaabuun qonna marsaa 3ffaa gaggeessuun imala ce'umsa qonnaa Naannoo keenya haamirkaneessinuun dhaamasa keenya!

05/01/2025

Method for Fermenting Animal Manure
Steps for Successful Fermentation:

Gather the Manure: Collect the manure and form it into piles.

Pile and Water: Stack the manure into a heap and lightly water it.

Cover the Pile: Securely cover the pile with a thick plastic sheet to prevent air infiltration.

Let it Ferment: Allow the pile to ferment for two to three months.

Turn Regularly: Turn the pile two to three times during this period to ensure even fermentation.

Note for Rapid Fermentation:

Small Piles and Sun Exposure: If space is limited, form small piles and leave them in the sun for 50 to 60 days. Turn them regularly to ensure proper fermentation.

Drawbacks of Using Unfermented Manure:

Increased Use of Pesticides:

Resistance to Nematodes: Increased use of pesticides to combat nematode resistance.

Herbicides and Increased Costs:

More Herbicides: Greater need for herbicides, leading to higher costs due to increased chemical usage.

Increased Labor:

W**d Removal: More labor required to remove weeds, increasing production costs.

Higher Need for Pesticides and Chemical Fertilizers:

Increased Needs: Greater necessity for pesticides and chemical fertilizers, raising production costs and environmental impact.

Using properly fermented manure is essential to maximize agricultural benefits while minimizing costs and environmental impacts.
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18/11/2024

Benefits of Effective Farm Waste Management

1. Following farm waste management best practices reduces greenhouse gas emissions, preserving biodiversity and ecosystem health.
2. Recycling organic waste enriches the soil with essential nutrients and organic matter, enhancing its structure, water retention capabilities, and fertility.
3. Composting and anaerobic digestion keep harmful organisms and insect pests away from farms, improving crop health.
4. Farm waste converted to mulch or compost replaces synthetic fertilizers and conserves water in the soil.
5. A realistic farm waste management plan optimizes farm operations, saving costs and increasing overall farm efficiency.
6. Anaerobic digestion generates renewable energy to power farm operations, reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
7. Proper waste treatment keeps hazardous waste from landfills and helps farmers comply with environmental regulations.
8. Reducing emissions from agricultural waste contributes to global efforts to combat climate change.
9. Resource conservation contributes to stable and productive farming systems over time.

10/11/2024

Integrating maize and soybeans, also known as intercropping, has many benefits, including:
Improved crop yield
Intercropping can increase crop yields and the nutritional quality of forage.

Improved soil health
Intercropping can improve soil fertility and nutrient pools, and enhance soil enzymatic activities.

Reduced chemical fertilizer use
Soybean biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) can reduce the need for chemical nitrogen fertilizers, which can help reduce environmental pollution.

Improved water and land use efficiency
Intercropping can save 20–50% of water and land, especially in semi-arid conditions.

Balanced energy and protein sources
The high carbon, low nitrogen maize plant and the low carbon, high nitrogen soybean plant balance the energy and protein sources for soil biology.

Improved mechanical cultivation and harvesting
Intercropping is considered excellent for mechanical cultivation and crop harvesting.

25/09/2024

Understanding the vital role of soil testing in addressing plant nutrition deficiencies is crucial for farmers and agronomists. By delving into the pivotal role of soil testing in remedying plant nutrition deficiencies and optimizing crop yield, we can appreciate its significance in ensuring sustainable agricultural practices:

1️⃣ Accurate Identification of Nutrient Deficiencies

Inaccurate visual symptoms of nutrient deficiencies, such as yellowing leaves or stunted growth, can sometimes lead to misinterpretation or confusion with other issues like pest damage or water stress. Soil testing aids in precisely identifying the nutrient levels in the soil, facilitating accurate diagnosis and targeted interventions. For instance, distinguishing between nitrogen and sulfur deficiencies, which often manifest similar symptoms, becomes possible through soil tests.

2️⃣ Precision in Fertilizer Applications

Without proper soil testing, the application of fertilizers can be a hit-or-miss, resulting in the over-application of some nutrients and the under-application of others. Soil tests reveal nutrient imbalances, ensuring that fertilizers are applied at the appropriate rates. This not only corrects deficiencies but also prevents nutrient toxicity while reducing input costs.

3️⃣ Mitigating Long-Term Soil Depletion

Continuous cropping without a thorough understanding of the soil's nutrient status can lead to long-term depletion of vital nutrients. Regular soil testing provides insights into nutrient trends over time, enabling farmers to take corrective measures before deficiencies become severe. Sustaining soil fertility over multiple growing seasons leads to long-term productivity.

4️⃣ Customized Nutrient Management for Different Crops

Different crops have distinct nutrient requirements, and soil testing aids in tailoring nutrient management practices accordingly. By comprehending the nutrient needs of specific crops, farmers can ensure that their crops receive the necess

20/08/2024

Roobni cimaan balaa qaqqabsiisu kutaalee garagaraatti guyyoota 11'f ni rooba jedhame.

Hagayya 14/2024- Itoopiyaatti Guyyoota 11 itti aanan keessa Roobni cimaan balaa lolaa fi sigiga lafaa hordofsiisu kan roobu ta’uu Inistiityuutiin raaga haala qilleensaa Itoophiyaa beeksiise.

Kutaalee garagaraatti Roobni cimaan balaa lolaa fi sigiga lafaa hordofsiisu irra deddeebiin waan roobuuf hawaasni of eeggannoo barbaachisu akka taasiisan Inistiityuutichi beeksiseera.

Inistiityuutiin akka ibsutti, Kutaalee Lixaa, Kaabaa, Giddugaleessa, Kaaba Lixaa fi Bahaatti roobni cimaan kan roobu ta’uu akkasumas, Kutaalee Kibba Lixaa, Kaaba Bahaa, Giddu galeessaa fi Lixa biyyattiitti roobni cimaan cabbii makate kan roobu ta’uu himeera.

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