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Sustainable Agriculture Practices for Food Security and Environmental Conservation
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Robert Herdenson
Abstract
Sustainable agriculture practices are becoming increasingly crucial in addressing the twin challenges of food security and environmental conservation. As the global population continues to grow, the demand for food production is expected to rise by 70% by 2050. This demand has placed immense pressure on agricultural systems, resulting in environmental degradation, loss of biodiversity, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable agriculture offers a solution by promoting farming techniques that protect natural resources while ensuring long-term food production. This paper explores various sustainable agricultural practices, such as agroecology, organic farming, crop diversification, and integrated pest management (IPM). It highlights the role these practices play in enhancing food security, improving soil health, reducing the environmental impact of agriculture, and contributing to climate change mitigation. The paper also addresses the challenges and policy recommendations for scaling up sustainable agricultural practices to ensure food security and environmental sustainability.
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International Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainability
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3 (1)
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1-10
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