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Understanding Desertification: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

Desertification, a process reducing biological productivity in drylands, is exacerbated by man-made factors like overgrazing, deforestation, and urbanization, as well as natural causes such as natural disasters and wind erosion. This leads to environmental impacts like soil infertility and increased

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Efficient Crop Management in Rainfed Areas by Mr. Anil Swami

Efficient crop management in rainfed areas is crucial for sustainable agricultural practices. Mr. Anil Swami, an Assistant Professor specializing in Rainfed Agriculture & Watershed Management, emphasizes the importance of soil and climatic conditions, water harvesting techniques, contingent crop pla

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Achievements and Strategies in Land Degradation Management

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has made significant investments in sustainable land management, particularly in drylands, to combat land degradation through projects in over 40 countries. The objectives include maintaining agro-ecosystem services, generating sustainable forest ecosystem servi

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Understanding Desertification: A Global Environmental Challenge

Desertification is a pressing issue affecting over a billion people globally, with drylands covering a significant portion of the Earth's surface. This phenomenon leads to the degradation of ecosystems and poses severe challenges for inhabitants of arid regions. Major deserts like the Sahara and Ara

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