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Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
This book describes initiatives and concrete examples on sustainable food production worldwide.In the current world scenario, where nations all over the world are struggling to accomplish the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and to ensure sustainable patterns for all, this book provides a contribution towards a more comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the cross-cutting issues related to Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security.This interdisciplinary book supports the efforts to engage a commitment from all fields of science, to work together to provide knowledge that could help to address SDG2 (No hunger) and lead to the promotion of quality of life, by means of a more sustainable food production, and improved food security.This book is expected to fill the gap of publications in this field.It gives a special emphasis to a state-of-the-art descriptions of approaches, methods, initiatives and projects from universities, stakeholders, organizations and civil society across the world, regarding cross-cutting issues in sustainable food production.It includes examples of policies and practices case studies, examples of projects, institutional policies, innovative methods and tools and research outputs, which highlight the interdependence between sustainable agriculture and food security issues.It is expected that the “Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security” will make the many benefits of sustainable food production clearer and, inter alia, lead to an increase in the emphasis provided to this central theme.
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GM Agriculture and Food Security : Fears and Facts
Efforts to improve food security in the developing world have been hampered due to myths surrounding GM agriculture.This book explores the theory, evidence and rhetoric of the impact of food production on the environment, and the impact of the environment on food production.The chapters address: food security and technology; expertise and opportunism; the promise of technology; the politicization of risk; industrial agriculture; the meaning of 'natural'; the potential of the local food movement; food labelling; genetic diversity in the agro-industrial era; sustainability and chemical application; plant vitality; and future prospects for food security.Each chapter includes a personal introduction from the authors about the issues at hand, followed by a detailed analysis with further references.The book considers the origins of concerns and then examines the evidence around the issues, and the impacts in terms of policy, regulation and agricultural practice.It also: - Refutes common consumer and environmental organization myths about biotechnology. - Highlights the importance of food security in both the developing and developed world. - Provides a pro-science approach to increasing food security.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in biotechnology, food security and public understanding of science, and also to policy makers, regulators and industry managers.
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Family Agriculture : Tradition and Transformation
Originally published in 1994, this book examines the importance of family agricultural systems in both the developed and the developing worlds.Throughout the world, and throughout history, the family unit has been at the heart of agricultural systems.Working together, families not only furnish their own needs, but form the basis for society itself: they provide the labour, population, resources and the market to maintain much of the world’s economic and social development.But the global race for financial prosperity, with its large-scale intensive farming techniques, is increasingly undermining the family’s role in food production and social cohesion.This book explores both traditional and modern farming techniques and looks at their different consequences for national agricultural resources and for rural societies.Finally, it suggests ways in which technology can be harnessed to meet the needs of the family rather than undermine it, in order to achieve a viable and sustainable agriculture for the future.
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What are examples of IT security and information security?
Examples of IT security include implementing firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems to protect networks and systems from cyber threats. Information security measures may include encrypting sensitive data, implementing access controls, and conducting regular security audits to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. Both IT security and information security are essential to safeguarding an organization's digital assets and preventing unauthorized access or data breaches.
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'Security or Freedom?'
The balance between security and freedom is a complex and delicate one. While security is essential for protecting individuals and society from harm, excessive security measures can encroach on personal freedoms. Conversely, too much freedom without adequate security measures can lead to chaos and endanger the well-being of individuals and society. Finding the right balance between security and freedom is crucial for maintaining a stable and just society. It requires thoughtful consideration of the potential risks and benefits of security measures, as well as a commitment to upholding fundamental human rights and freedoms.
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'In the countryside or in the village?'
The choice between living in the countryside or in a village depends on personal preferences and lifestyle. Living in the countryside offers a peaceful and serene environment with more space and nature, while village life may provide a sense of community and convenience with amenities nearby. Both options have their own charm and appeal, so it ultimately comes down to individual priorities and what kind of lifestyle one desires.
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Do security bouncers become security guards at 17 years old?
In most places, individuals must be at least 18 years old to become licensed security guards. This age requirement is in place to ensure that individuals have the maturity and responsibility needed for the job. While some establishments may hire individuals as security bouncers at 17 years old for specific roles, they would not be considered licensed security guards until they meet the legal age requirement.
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Organic Farming for Sustainable Agriculture
Focusing on organic farming, this book presents peer-reviewed contributions from leading international academics and researchers in the field of organic agriculture, plant ecosystems, sustainable horticulture and related areas of biodiversity science.It includes case studies and reviews on organic agriculture, horticulture and pest management, use of microorganisms, composting, crop rotation, organic milk and meat production, as well as ecological issues.This unique book addresses a wide array of topics from all continents, making it a valuable reference resource for students, researchers and agriculturists who are concerned with biodiversity, agroecology and sustainable development of agricultural resources.
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Japan's Evolving Security Policy : Militarisation within a Pacifist Tradition
Japan has been expanding its military roles in the post-Cold War period.This book analyses the shift in Japan’s security policy by examining the collective ideas of political parties and the effect of an international norm.Starting with the analysis of the collective ideas held by political parties, this book delves into factors overlooked in existing literature, including the effects of domestic and international norms, as well as how an international norm is localised when a conflicting domestic norm already exists.The argument held throughout is that these factors play a primary role in framing Japan's security policy.Overall, three security areas are studied: Japan’s arms trade ban policy, Japan’s participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, and Japan’s enlarged military roles in international security.Close examination demonstrates that the weakening presence of the left since the mid-1990s and the localisation of an international norm encouraged Japan to broaden its military role.Providing a comprehensive picture of Japan’s evolving security policy, this book asserts that shifts have occurred in ways that do not violate the pacifist domestic norm.Japan's Evolving Security Policy will appeal to students and scholars of International Relations, Asian Politics, Asian Security Studies and Japanese Studies.
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Japan's Evolving Security Policy : Militarisation within a Pacifist Tradition
Japan has been expanding its military roles in the post-Cold War period.This book analyses the shift in Japan’s security policy by examining the collective ideas of political parties and the effect of an international norm.Starting with the analysis of the collective ideas held by political parties, this book delves into factors overlooked in existing literature, including the effects of domestic and international norms, as well as how an international norm is localised when a conflicting domestic norm already exists.The argument held throughout is that these factors play a primary role in framing Japan's security policy.Overall, three security areas are studied: Japan’s arms trade ban policy, Japan’s participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, and Japan’s enlarged military roles in international security.Close examination demonstrates that the weakening presence of the left since the mid-1990s and the localisation of an international norm encouraged Japan to broaden its military role.Providing a comprehensive picture of Japan’s evolving security policy, this book asserts that shifts have occurred in ways that do not violate the pacifist domestic norm.Japan's Evolving Security Policy will appeal to students and scholars of International Relations, Asian Politics, Asian Security Studies and Japanese Studies.
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The Carbon Farming Solution : A Global Toolkit of Perennial Crops and Regenerative Agriculture Practices for Climate Change Mitigation and Food Security
With carbon farming, agriculture ceases to be part of the climate problem and becomes a critical part of the solution"This book is the toolkit for making the soil itself a sponge for carbon.It's a powerful vision."-Bill McKibben"The Carbon Farming Solution is a book we will look back upon decades from now and wonder why something so critically relevant could have been so overlooked until that time. . . . [It] describes the foundation of the future of civilization."-Paul HawkenIn this groundbreaking book, Eric Toensmeier argues that agriculture-specifically, the subset of practices known as "carbon farming"-can, and should be, a linchpin of a global climate solutions platform.Carbon farming is a suite of agricultural practices and crops that sequester carbon in the soil and in above-ground biomass.Combined with a massive reduction in fossil fuel emissions-and in concert with adaptation strategies to our changing environment- carbon farming has the potential to bring us back from the brink of disaster and return our atmosphere to the "magic number" of 350 parts per million of carbon dioxide.Toensmeier's book is the first to bring together these powerful strategies in one place. Includes in-depth analysis of the available research. Carbon farming can take many forms. The simplest practices involve modifications to annual crop production.Although many of these modifications have relatively low sequestration potential, they are widely applicable and easily adopted, and thus have excellent potential to mitigate climate change if practiced on a global scale.Likewise, grazing systems such as silvopasture are easily replicable, don't require significant changes to human diet, and-given the amount of agricultural land worldwide that is devoted to pasture-can be important strategies in the carbon farming arsenal.But by far, agroforestry practices and perennial crops present the best opportunities for sequestration.While many of these systems are challenging to establish and manage, and would require us to change our diets to new and largely unfamiliar perennial crops, they also offer huge potential that has been almost entirely ignored by climate crusaders.Many of these carbon farming practices are already implemented globally on a scale of millions of hectares.These are not minor or marginal efforts, but win-win solutions that provide food, fodder, and feedstocks while fostering community self-reliance, creating jobs, protecting biodiversity, and repairing degraded land-all while sequestering carbon, reducing emissions, and ultimately contributing to a climate that will remain amenable to human civilization.Just as importantly to a livable future, these crops and practices can contribute to broader social goals such as women's empowerment, food sovereignty, and climate justice.The Carbon Farming Solution is-at its root-a toolkit and the most complete collection of climate-friendly crops and practices currently available.With this toolkit, farmers, communities, and governments large and small, can successfully launch carbon farming projects with the most appropriate crops and practices to their climate, locale, and socioeconomic needs.Toensmeier's ultimate goal is to place carbon farming firmly in the center of the climate solutions platform, alongside clean solar and wind energy.With The Carbon Farming Solution, Toensmeier wants to change the discussion, impact policy decisions, and steer mitigation funds to the research, projects, and people around the world who envision a future where agriculture becomes the protagonist in this fraught, urgent, and unprecedented drama of our time.Citizens, farmers, and funders will be inspired to use the tools presented in this important book to transform degraded lands around the world into productive carbon-storing landscapes.
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What is the difference between IT security and information security?
IT security and information security are often used interchangeably, but there is a subtle difference between the two. IT security primarily focuses on protecting the digital infrastructure, networks, and systems from unauthorized access, cyber threats, and data breaches. On the other hand, information security encompasses a broader scope, including the protection of all forms of sensitive and valuable information, whether it is in digital or physical form. Information security also involves safeguarding data privacy, compliance with regulations, and managing risks associated with the storage and transmission of information. In summary, while IT security is a subset of information security, the latter encompasses a wider range of protective measures for all types of information assets.
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What experiences have you had with security or airport security?
I have had several experiences with airport security while traveling. I have gone through the standard security screening process, including removing my shoes, belt, and electronics, and placing them in the bins for X-ray scanning. I have also been randomly selected for additional screening, which involved a pat-down and a more thorough inspection of my carry-on items. Overall, I have found airport security to be a necessary inconvenience in order to ensure the safety of all passengers.
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How can agriculture be converted to organic farming?
Converting agriculture to organic farming involves several key steps. First, farmers need to stop using synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers and instead use natural alternatives such as compost, manure, and cover crops. They also need to implement crop rotation and diversify their crops to improve soil health and reduce the risk of pests and diseases. Additionally, they should avoid using genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and focus on preserving biodiversity on their farms. Finally, farmers can seek organic certification from a recognized organization to ensure that their products meet the standards of organic farming.
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How can one obtain a security key without a security card?
One way to obtain a security key without a security card is through the use of a mobile authenticator app. Many companies offer mobile apps that can generate security keys for two-factor authentication without the need for a physical security card. These apps can be downloaded onto a smartphone and used to generate security keys for accessing secure systems and accounts. Additionally, some companies may also offer the option to receive security keys via email or SMS, allowing users to access their accounts without a physical security card.
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