Regional Technical Platform on Green Agriculture

Green Practices Repository

The Green Practices Repository showcases evidence, policies, practices and science on the themes of Green Agriculture.

List of practices
Title Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI) Prilled Urea Applicator
Introduction The Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI) Prilled Urea Applicator is a new technology being used to improve urea fertilizer efficiency in rice cultivation by deep placement, thereby reducing wastage, increasing crop yield and minimizing environmental pollution.
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Title SFS-MED: A multi-stakeholder initiative for Sustainable Food Systems in the Mediterranean
Introduction This project leverages partnership to contribute to accelerating progress on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the Mediterranean region.
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Title In vitro and in vivo screening of bacterial species from contaminated soil for heavy metal biotransformation activity
Introduction This study has also generated preliminary findings on the use of plants for further removal of HMs from soil after microbial bioremediation.
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Title Biological Control Agents for Crop Protection and Sustainability of Agro-Ecosystems in Kyrgyzstan
Introduction The research Identification and characterization of native BCAs suitable for local agricultural conditions. Assessment of the efficacy of these agents against prevalent crop pests and diseases. Integration of BCAs into existing farming practices to reduce reliance on chemical pesticides.aims to explore the development and application of biological control agents (BCAs) to enhance crop protection and promote the sustainability of agro-ecosystems in Kyrgyzstan.
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Title Streptomyces Bio-Products Against Apple and Pear Diseases in Organic Orchards in Kyrgyzstan
Introduction The study by Doolotkeldieva T.D. (2018) investigates the use of Streptomyces bio-products as sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides for managing diseases in organic apple and pear orchards. The research highlights the potential of these biocontrol agents in reducing disease incidence, thereby supporting organic farming practices and promoting environmental health.
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