However, if the replacement vegetation has much less foliage or can not access
soil water as successfully, a warming may occur.
Not exact matches
A recent Geophysical Research Letters study found that the Arctic permafrost contains 32 million gallons of mercury, which is projected to adversely affect our global air, food,
water and
soil supplies
as the Earth warms and the permafrost unthaws, releasing the neurotoxin.
The same experts found that widespread vegetarianism could cut environmental costs by $ 35 billion,
as meat's role in exacerbating climate change,
as well
as its contribution to
soil erosion,
water pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss, is well documented.
Thus,
as Christians in Latin America we choose life over death by combating the deterioration of the natural environment and the pollution of
soil, air,
water, and other elements.
Increased industrial production at the expense of depleted and poisoned air,
soil, and
water can not count
as progress.
Given that we are rich when the world is poor, that we cling to our nuclear arms
as if world extermination were a noble risk, destroy ancient forests, gouge the landscape, pollute the
soil,
water and air, that we copulate and abort with unrestrained abandon — how then are we to interpret Jesus» words, «It is what comes out of a person that defiles,» so
as to come up smelling like roses?
The
soil beneath should be heavy so
as to resist the flow of
water.
«33 The reason is attributed to the availability of adequate
soil coverage and
water systems in Nazareth that make agriculture possible even at the hilltop.34 Archaeological digs at Nazareth by Bagatti has shown that the artifacts recovered under the shrines of Nazareth, among others, include silos, olive - pressing and wine - pressing installations, cisterns, and holes for storage jars, some of which coming from a period
as early
as the Iron Age.35 This led Meyers and Strange to conclude that Nazareth was a peasant village since «the principal activity of these villagers was agriculture.
Erosion and the loss of
soil fertility cause further complications, and
as yields decline, more and more petrochemical fertilizers are applied to the
soil, finding their way into already polluted
water supplies.
First of all, the fear of interpreting Scripture by and for a congregation
as though it were a case of laying
soiling human hands upon the Divine or pouring
water into the pure wine must be dispelled.
Not defaming this mystery in all its forms requires not polluting the
soil, air, or
water, not supporting excessive, unsustainable harvesting, consciously treating all beings
as manifestations of the Mystery of Body.
Nevertheless,
Soil and
Water Conservation Week or Stewardship Week continues, now tethered to the original Roman calendar observance on April 25th — known to liturgical Christians still in the know
as the Major Rogation — rather than the more variable Minor Rogations, the three days before Ascension Thursday, highlighted in 1957.
When a seed is planted in the appropriate
soil, it is planted in a rich composite of properties such
as organic elements, minerals, rock and clay particles, acids,
water, etc..
Second,
as soils become more compact more rain runs off,
soil erosion accelerates, less
water is absorbed into the
soil and
soil moisture for crops diminishes.
There are other cycles in nature, such
as the
water cycle, in which
water circulates between the atmosphere and the
soil and oceans and rivers.
7 - Conserve and improve the Earth's natural environment — land,
soil,
water, air and space —
as humankind's common heritage.
Producers must have a pasture management plan and manage pasture
as a crop to meet the feed requirements for the grazing animals and to protect
soil and
water quality; and,
Limoneira takes pride in its status
as a sustainably operated agribusiness, and Edwards says it strives to reduce its carbon footprint by making strategic investments in solar,
water,
soil and integrated pest management (IPM).
On top of all that, pulse crops are sustainable, with low
water and carbon footprints, and they act
as natural fertilizers, enriching whatever
soil they grow in.
As an orchard keeper and chile grower, Nabhan has committed to do his share to curve the growing trend of climate change by conserving water between rainfalls, growing regional - appropriate crops, such as drought and heat - tolerant heirlooms, and soil - buildin
As an orchard keeper and chile grower, Nabhan has committed to do his share to curve the growing trend of climate change by conserving
water between rainfalls, growing regional - appropriate crops, such
as drought and heat - tolerant heirlooms, and soil - buildin
as drought and heat - tolerant heirlooms, and
soil - building.
As part of the CSO panel we advocated for organic agriculture as a means of farming that increases the resilience of soils to both water stress and nutrient loss and which contributes to combating desertification by preventing soil erosion and land degradatio
As part of the CSO panel we advocated for organic agriculture
as a means of farming that increases the resilience of soils to both water stress and nutrient loss and which contributes to combating desertification by preventing soil erosion and land degradatio
as a means of farming that increases the resilience of
soils to both
water stress and nutrient loss and which contributes to combating desertification by preventing
soil erosion and land degradation.
Unlike rice and wheat that require many inputs in terms of
soil fertility and
water, millets grow well in dry regions
as rainfed crops.
Farmers using climate - smart practices understand that trees do a lot on farms: they can act
as windbreaks, reducing
soil erosion; they can enrich
soil; they can filter
water, resulting in higher
water quality; they provide shade for workers and shade - loving plants; they create habitat for wildlife and wildlife corridors; they suck up and store greenhouse gasses — the list goes on.
We treat the
soil, air, and
water as important resources, respecting the delicate balances of nature.
Improving
water infiltration and retention capacity through high levels of organic matter and permanent
soil cover, such
as cover crops or mulch, which substantially reduce the amount of
water needed for irrigation.
(263) Biodegradable is defined in the standard
as «capable of microbial decomposition within 24 months in
soil (with the exception of plant biomass), one month in aerated
water, two months in anaerobic
water, with minimal impact on the environment» (see 3.10 in CAN / CGSB -32.310).
Buying barley grass from nutrient dense
soil in a powder form, from a reliable source is a quick way to get a heavy dose of nutrients
as easy
as: scoop, stir in
water, feel revived!
The latter includes good agricultural practices such
as soil erosion prevention, minimizing
water use and pollution, responsible use of chemicals, and habitat protection.
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Such is the variation in mesoclimate and
soil type from one patch of grapes to the next, that we assess
water requirements for each individual vineyard, only applying
water as required.
The certification program, developed over a three - year period with extensive industry and stakeholder input, validates that stringent vineyard and winery requirements such
as soil health,
water and energy conservation, habitat preservation and other key sustainability areas are addressed.
The data show that a majority have adopted sustainable practices for
water and energy efficiency, pest management and
soil health
as detailed below:
Cristina Grandi, IFOAM Food Security Campaigner, presented a poster on the «Benefits of organic farming systems» examining environmental, economic and social aspects
as well
as data on
soil health,
water efficiency, biodiversity, energy efficiency, yields, profitability, nutrition and employment.
«Organic viticulture is viewed
as the best way to improve
soil quality and optimise
water use, which creates stronger, healthier vines and better fruit.
It is about supporting a system of sustainable agricultural management that promotes
soil health and fertility through the use of such methods
as crop rotation and cover cropping, which nourish plants, foster species diversity, help combat climate change, prevent damage to valuable
water resources, and protect farmers and farmersâ $ ™ families from exposure to harmful chemicals.
Proponents of shade cultivation say environmental problems such
as deforestation, pesticide pollution, habitat destruction, and
soil and
water degradation are the side effects of the practices employed in sun cultivation.
As Certified Organic farmers, we commit to maintaining land for future generations through ecosystem management, using renewable resources and exercising
soil and
water conservation.
As I had been employed with Coleambally Irrigation in many guises, but most recently as the Irrigation Distribution Manager I was very familiar with the high quality irrigation water and soils of the district and applied this knowledge to my farming technique
As I had been employed with Coleambally Irrigation in many guises, but most recently
as the Irrigation Distribution Manager I was very familiar with the high quality irrigation water and soils of the district and applied this knowledge to my farming technique
as the Irrigation Distribution Manager I was very familiar with the high quality irrigation
water and
soils of the district and applied this knowledge to my farming techniques.
Secondly, the messages delivered by all keynote speakers were uncompromising in their honest presentation of the reality that if Australia wants to have a secure food supply — and above all one based on a healthy diet, produced in ways that restore rather than further degrade
soil,
water tables and ecosystems — then business
as usual is simply not an option.
The Sustainability Report highlights actions undertaken by the wine industry such
as enhancing biodiversity, reducing and recycling by - products, optimising
water and energy use, investing in people, protecting
soil, and reducing agrichemical use.
Drip irrigation is the
watering system of choice here,
as it makes good use of the expensive
water, it gets right into the
soil, and the leaves don't get wet.
The introduction of trees to form agroforestry systems provided sources of firewood, timber, fruits and shade, but also helped in erosion control, protecting
water courses through the stabilization of the
soil and
as wind breaks, regulating the velocity of the winds.
Generally, organic
soil management techniques such
as organic fertilization, mulching and cover cropping improve
soil structure and therefore increase the
soil's
water infiltration and retention capacity, substantially reducing the risk of erosion.
They treat the
soil, air, and
water as important resources, respecting the delicate balances of nature.
Organically - managed
soils have a high potential to counter
soil degradation
as they are more resilient both to
water stress and to nutrient loss.
Water as you normally would and make sure the plants in well - drained
soil.
Natural resources, such
as water,
soil, and energy are required to grow and transport food, which are conserved when food is not wasted.
It was back to basics last week for the Blues
as they won to nil on home
soil with Jose attempting to calm the stormy
waters.
They are ideal to use
as wet bags for cloth diapers or
soiled clothes, or
water resistant storage bags to hold bottles, bottle parts, toys, eating utensils, hair accessories, cosmetics and more!
Rinse everything affected with warm
water as soon
as you can (use warm
water,
as soil leaves the fabric at the temperature it was put in — do not use hot,
as it will set the stain).