Knowledge Management for Biodiversity
Join the KM4B Webinar Series to learn about knowledge management in the context of biodiversity, its protocols, and the importance of accessible data and information for effective biodiversity governance. Explore key initiatives and tools supporting the collection, curation, and sharing of biodivers
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Bitesize Biodiversity
Discover how your garden can be a hub for biodiversity with 12 monthly actions to support local species. This guide provides practical ideas for each month, complete with informational resources and video tutorials. Take small steps each month to make a big impact on biodiversity in your area.
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Agricultural Enhancement Grant Program Overview
The Agricultural Enhancement Grant Program provides funding for projects that support agricultural viability in Connecticut. Eligible applicants include municipalities, regional councils of governments, and agricultural non-profit organizations. Projects addressing specific focus areas can receive g
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Agricultural Roads Improvement Program Overview
The Agricultural Roads Improvement Program (ARIP) is a one-time grant initiative funded with $150 million to improve deteriorating Class B and weight-restricted roads hindering agricultural operations. Eligible projects must provide access to agricultural lands, involve agricultural producers, and a
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Understanding Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) in Development and Land Management
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is an approach in development and land management to enhance the natural environment by creating or improving habitats. It aims to leave the environment in a better state than before, providing measurable benefits for biodiversity. Existing duties and upcoming mandatory r
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Understanding the Paradox of Plankton and Biodiversity Correlates
The paradox of plankton challenges the theory that the number of species should match available resources, as seen in diverse plankton ecosystems. Explanations include resource partitioning, temporal and spatial heterogeneity, predation, adaptation to disturbance, and evolutionary processes. Biodive
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Biodiversity Parks of Delhi: Oasis of Nature in the Urban Jungle
Delhi's Biodiversity Parks, including the Yamuna Biodiversity Park and Aravalli Biodiversity Park, are unique landscapes that serve as home to vanishing species, wetlands, grasslands, and medicinal herbs. These parks offer ecological, cultural, and educational benefits, representing a conservation s
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Wild Coast N2 Biodiversity Offset Project Overview
In 2014, SANRAL initiated the N2 Wild Coast Biodiversity Offset project to conserve biodiversity in selected sites along the Wild Coast region. The project aims to protect and promote the unique biodiversity of these areas without introducing new species or disrupting local communities. Through acti
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Biodiversity Cooperation and Challenges in Hungary and EU Presidency 2024
Enhancing cooperation for the Convention on Biological Diversity is a key focus for Ditta Greguss, a biodiversity policy advisor in Hungary. The country has adopted key frameworks and strategies, leading up to its EU Presidency in the second half of 2024. Several significant events and conferences a
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Understanding Agricultural Risk Management in the Face of Natural Disasters
Exploring the impact of natural disasters on agricultural economics, this content delves into the challenges faced by farmers and the approaches available for managing risks. From analyzing the Billion-Dollar Disasters in the US to discussing private and public risk management provisions, the conten
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Government Initiatives and Impact on Biodiversity Conservation in India
India, a mega-diverse country, has taken significant steps to protect biodiversity through various initiatives and laws. The government has established protected areas, enacted the Wildlife Protection Act, and set up the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. Research organizations like the Wildlife Institu
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Understanding Biodiversity and Conservation: Importance and Key Concepts
Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth, encompassing all species and ecosystems. Conservation efforts are crucial to preserve genetic, species, and ecological diversity. The values of biodiversity range from productive and economic to social and aesthetic. Maintaining a balance in ecosystems,
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Importance of Biodiversity and Sustainability in Ecosystems
Biodiversity, the richness of life in genes, species, and ecosystems, plays a crucial role in sustaining the health of our planet and its inhabitants. It provides essential resources such as food, medicine, and economic benefits. Sustainability, the ability of ecosystems to maintain their structure
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Understanding Agricultural Credit: Definition, Need, and Classification
Agricultural credit involves obtaining money for farming activities with a promise to repay in the future. It plays a crucial role in facilitating agricultural production by providing financial resources from external sources. The definition, need, and classification of agricultural credit are explo
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Understanding Agricultural Price Policy and Its Importance
Agricultural price policy plays a crucial role in determining, regulating, and controlling prices of agricultural products. Its objectives include preventing violent price fluctuations, ensuring fair prices for farmers, and integrating prices across regions. The policy aims to provide remunerative p
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Shared Challenges in Biodiversity Informatics Collaboration
The Coalition of Open Biodiversity Infrastructures and Networks aims to enhance collaboration for comprehensive biodiversity data management and accessibility. They focus on delivering biodiversity knowledge effectively, enabling stakeholder participation, promoting open data sharing, mobilizing his
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Strategies for Enhancing Agricultural Markets in India
Dr. S.P. Yadav proposes various measures to enhance agricultural marketing in India, including establishing regulated markets, developing marketing societies, improving infrastructure facilities, and ensuring timely access to credit and market information for farmers. Additional steps involve formul
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Small-Scale Farmer Innovation and Agricultural Biodiversity in the Context of Intellectual Property
Discussions at the WIPO International Conference on IP and Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture highlighted the crucial role of small-scale farmers in managing and developing agricultural biodiversity, which is essential for sustainable agricultural production and global food security. The session
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Legal Compliance for Biodiversity Conservation in Agriculture
International conventions play a key role in setting norms and standards for biodiversity conservation in agriculture. The Convention on Biological Diversity, Rio Convention, Ramsar Convention, and others are vital agreements shaping policies around biodiversity. The focus is on conserving biologica
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National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans in Light of COP Decisions
National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAP) play a crucial role in implementing the Convention on Biological Diversity. This involves developing strategies, integrating biodiversity into various sectors, and engaging stakeholders for effective implementation. Various COP decisions emph
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Strengthening Biodiversity Data Management in Togo
This project in Togo aims to strengthen biodiversity data management by modernizing the National Herbarium, digitizing records, and collaborating with GBIF partners. The program, funded by the European Union, focuses on capacity enhancement, data publication, and establishing a national network of d
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Understanding Ecology: Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Energy Flow
Explore the intricate world of ecology through topics such as ecosystems, biodiversity, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. Delve into the concept of niches, biodiversity levels, and the importance of energy flow and materials cycling in sustaining ecosystems. Learn about the nitrogen and carbon cycl
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GEF Funding for Enabling Activities and Support to Biodiversity
GEF provides financial support for enabling activities related to biodiversity and climate change, with a focus on funding national strategies, action plans, and reports. The support includes access to funds for implementing enabling activities and engaging with international conventions. Countries
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Dimensions of Biodiversity - Exploring Earth's Diverse Ecosystems
The Dimensions of Biodiversity initiative, starting with a 10-year campaign, aims to characterize the genetic, functional, and ecological diversity on Earth through innovative research approaches. Funded projects include studies on tree communities, gut microbiota of bees, vulnerability of biodivers
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Conservation Efforts and Threats to Biodiversity at Nolde Forest
Nolde Forest State Park, established by hosiery baron Jacob Nolde in the early 1900s, is a lush coniferous forest now dedicated to environmental education. The park faces threats to biodiversity such as natural disasters, invasive species, and human activity. Hurricane Sandy's impact in 2012 and the
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The Impact of Invasive Species on Biodiversity and Ecosystems
The introduction of foreign species can have detrimental effects on biodiversity, ecosystems, and even humans. Invasive species like the Sea Lamprey and Burmese Python disrupt natural habitats, leading to a decline in biodiversity and posing risks to native species and human populations. However, th
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Understanding Population Dynamics and Biodiversity Loss
The content discusses the importance of biodiversity for ecosystem function, causes of biodiversity loss, factors affecting declining biodiversity, and strategies for managing populations and ecosystems to restore biodiversity. It covers topics such as population growth rates, habitat loss, climate
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Maher Melaouhia - Senior Engineer & Mountain Enthusiast
Maher Melaouhia, a Senior Engineer at the Regional Commissionership of Agricultural Development, Ministry of Agriculture, is dedicated to enhancing mountain resilience through a landscape approach. With a background in agricultural engineering and numerous additional diplomas, Maher leads the organi
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Overview of The Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN)
The Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) was developed in response to CBD COP-10 and aims to address the gap in biodiversity finance by supporting countries in mobilizing resources to implement National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). With funding from various sources, BIOFIN
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Post-COVID Economic Recovery Aligned with Global Biodiversity Goals
Global economic recovery post-COVID presents a crucial opportunity to prioritize biodiversity alongside financial stimuli. Existing recovery packages lack explicit consideration for biodiversity, indicating the need for alignment with post-2020 global biodiversity frameworks to promote green recover
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Influence of Income on Residential Yard Biodiversity in Baltimore
Residential yards in Baltimore, regardless of life stage, exhibit variations in biodiversity based on residents' income levels rather than other factors. The study explores how time and money influence plant diversity in yards, hypothesizing that residents with less money but more time will have hig
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The Significance of Biodiversity in Ecosystems
Biodiversity plays a crucial role in boosting ecosystem productivity by ensuring each species contributes uniquely. Measuring biodiversity involves counting species in an area, with a higher species diversity indicating greater biodiversity. Despite this importance, an alarming number of species go
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Understanding Biodiversity: A Comprehensive Overview
Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, is a subject of fascination and importance for scientists and the general public alike. This content delves into the immense diversity of species, the levels of biodiversity (genetic, species, ecosystem), and the significance of preserving this rich tapest
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Supporting Access to Agricultural Insurance Through Regulation and Supervision
Enhancing wider access to index-based agricultural insurance is crucial in Africa due to the significant risks faced in the agricultural sector. This presentation by Dr. Grace Muradzikwa, Commissioner of Insurance, Pension, and Provident Funds, highlights the role of regulation and supervision in ad
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Importance of Biodiversity in Environmental Preservation
Understanding the significance of biodiversity is crucial for maintaining a healthy environment. Biodiversity encompasses the range of species and organisms within communities, playing a vital role in sustaining ecosystems and food sources. Loss of biodiversity can have detrimental effects on variou
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Agricultural Census by Turkish Statistical Institute
The Turkish Statistical Institute conducts agricultural censuses to collect data on agriculture's structure, land use, irrigation, livestock, and other agricultural aspects. Through surveys and studies, the institute aims to provide essential agricultural data, facilitate comparisons, and update fra
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Exploring the Intersection of Biodiversity and Climate Change Post-2020
The post-2020 global biodiversity framework delves into the crucial linkages between biodiversity and climate change, emphasizing the need for transformative changes and smart, scalable targets. It raises questions about the role of youth, politicians, and the business sector in biodiversity conserv
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Biodiversity Richness and Conservation in India
India, a mega diversity country, boasts a vast array of plant and animal species across different biogeographic zones. With impressive forest coverage and substantial species diversity, India plays a crucial role in global biodiversity conservation efforts. The country's unique ecosystems, rich heri
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Aichi Biodiversity Targets 2011-2020 Summary and Strategic Goals
The Aichi Biodiversity Targets outline strategic goals to address the underlying causes of biodiversity loss, reduce direct pressures on biodiversity, improve biodiversity status, enhance ecosystem services, and strengthen implementation. Targets include raising awareness, integrating biodiversity v
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Biodiversity Mitigation in Victoria, Australia: A Case Study
Exploring the biodiversity offsetting system in Victoria, Australia, this case study focuses on the state's efforts to achieve Biodiversity Net Gain. The modules cover topics such as ecological vegetation classes, habitat condition scores, offset implementation, and the evolution of offsetting pract
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