COVID-19: Indian Government Exempts Agriculture
29 March 2020
The
Indian government has exempted agriculture-farming and allied
activities from the ongoing lockdown imposed in the wake of Covid-19
(coronavirus) outbreak.
https://www.agribusinessglobal.com/markets/covid-19-indian-government-exempts-agriculture/
Food and agriculture are critical infrastructure
27 March 2020
The
advent of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused major disruptions in
many aspects of society. Amidst all of this, you may have become aware
of such terms as “critical infrastructure” and “essential businesses.”
This applies to those in food production, including field crops, as well
as forestry and wood products.
https://www.greensburgdailynews.com/news/around_indiana/food-and-agriculture-are-critical-infrastructure/article_06f1213c-7058-11ea-96e7-a3736dc4e7c0.html
In tough times agriculture must stand together
25 March 2020
The
Queensland agriculture sector, its farmers and rural communities are no
strangers to significant and continuing challenges. It's this tenacious
and resilient spirit that has seen them deal with the devastating
impacts of natural disasters, industry threatening biosecurity
incursions, and farm profitability pressures from increasing energy and
water costs.
https://www.queenslandcountrylife.com.au/story/6696040/in-tough-times-agriculture-must-stand-together/?cs=4698 [Top]
CLIMATE CHANGE
The coronavirus pandemic versus the climate change emergency
29 March 2020
Protecting
public health was a core function of governments long before the
expansion of the state in the 20th century. Similarly, today's
coronavirus pandemic puts into some perspective the climate emergency,
which has been running for nigh on 32 years.
https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/490001-the-coronavirus-pandemic-versus-the-climate-change-emergency
Amid COVID-19 restrictions, Earth Hour turns lights off for climate
28 March 2020
Despite
coronavirus restrictions, Earth Hour has commenced across the world,
starting from New Zealand, followed by Fiji and Australia, with lights
switched off on famous buildings and regular homes to boost awareness of
climate change. The initiative, started by environmental group the WWF
in 2007, asks people, companies and local authorities to turn off lights
for one hour from 8:30 p.m. local time in their town or city.
https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/news/nation/amid-covid--restrictions-earth-hour-turns-lights-off-for/article_ad30a635-3604-5e47-895b-34762bf37412.html
Climate change disrupts the planet's hydrological cycle, warns UN
23 March 2020
The
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned this Monday that climate
change is disrupting the planet's hydrological cycle and redistributes
the availability of water throughout the world. While hydrological cycle
is often taken for granted, it is key on many Sustainable Development
Goals, from eradicating hunger to ensuring health and welfare,
empowering productive industries, maintaining thriving communities, and
unlocking the potential for clean and affordable energy, he indicated.
https://www.plenglish.com/index.php?o=rn&id=53734&SEO=climate-change-disrupts-the-planets-hydrological-cycle-warns-un
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DROUGHTS
Thailand Faces Record Drought
29 March 2020
The
monsoon season, which usually runs from about May to October, came two
weeks late in 2019 and ended three weeks early, leaving Thailand with
less rainfall than usual, according to the Mekong River Commission.
https://www.voanews.com/east-asia-pacific/thailand-faces-record-drought
Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought
26 March 2020
The
international community is developing policy measures and actions to
help the people most vulnerable to drought to take early action to avoid
loss of life, and the heavy and growing losses of livelihoods and
damage to property and ecosystems following droughts. The
Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought (IWG) was established in
September 2019 during UNCCD COP14, and the first outcomes of this
initiative could become effective as early as 2022.
https://www.unccd.int/issuesland-drought/intergovernmental-working-group-drought
Tap big data to fight floods and droughts in Africa
23 March 2020
A
satellite imagery platform called Digital Earth Africa has previously
focussed on land resources such as forests. But it will now aggregate
data from remote-sensing technologies, which will allow scientists at
the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) to develop
applications for detailed analysis on continent-wide water levels and
supplies.
https://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/2020/03/scidev-tap-big-data-to-fight-floods-and-droughts-in-africa/
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FLOODS
Flood-hit families struggle with virus
28 March 2020
People
left in turmoil by recent floods say they are now struggling to cope
with the coronavirus crisis. Storms Ciara, Dennis and Jorge triggered
devastating floods in February, causing at least £150m of damage across
Wales. Many affected now face lockdown in temporary accommodation, some
are sleeping on sofas, while others said they felt "forgotten".
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-52066390
Detroit to install temporary dams for $2 million to prevent flooding
26 March 2020
The
city of Detroit plans to start installing temporary dams next week for
$2 million to protect against rising Detroit River levels. The barriers
along the river and canal seawall on the city's lower east side are an
attempt to guard against flooding that ravaged the Jefferson Chalmers
neighborhood last summer, as reported by various media outlets.
https://www.crainsdetroit.com/environment/detroit-install-temporary-dams-2-million-prevent-flooding
Favorable flood forecast gives relief to Fargo-Moorhead area
25 March 2020
While
leaders in Fargo and Moorhead, Minnesota, have been taking steps to
limit the coronavirus, it appears they won’t have to deal with a
significant flood on top of the pandemic.
https://www.marshallindependent.com/news/national-news-apwire/2020/03/favorable-flood-forecast-gives-relief-to-fargo-moorhead-area/
FOOD SECURITY
Iran urges more Saudi contribution to regional locust fight
30 March 2020
Iran
on Sunday called on Saudi Arabia to contribute more to a fight against
the locust plague that threatens crops and food security in the region,
Press TV reported. Red Sea countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, should
help Iran collectively fight locust swarms this year that could affect
thousands of hectares of more agricultural lands, Mohammad Reza Dargahi,
head of Iran's Plant Protection Organization, was quoted as saying.
http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2020-03/30/content_75874924.htm
Emirates Food Security Council holds remote meeting, discusses developments in local, global food security
25 March 2020
The
Emirates Food Security Council held a remote meeting to discuss the
latest developments in the local and international food security
ecosystem and supply chain, and assess its readiness to keep up with the
rapid transformations sweeping across various markets, affecting the
movement of food products. The Council examined the various systems set
up to monitor food imports and the flow of agri-food goods and items.
http://www.wam.ae/en/details/1395302832949
Coronavirus impact on Caribbean food security
24 March 2020
The
Caribbean region needs to rethink putting so much emphasis on
increasing food production through traditional methods, and start doing
what the rest of the world is doing by adopting new food production
technologies. As Einstein stated: “Doing the same thing over and over
and expecting a different result is the definition of insanity.”
https://thedailyherald.sx/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/coronavirus-impact-on-caribbean-food-security
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IRRIGATION
Center Pivot Irrigation Systems Market 2020
28 March 2020
The
Center Pivot Irrigation Systems Market is carefully researched in the
report while largely concentrating on top players and their business
tactics, geographical expansion, market segments, competitive landscape,
manufacturing, and pricing and cost structures.
https://skyline-gazette.com/2020/03/28/center-pivot-irrigation-systems-market-2020-growing-rapidly-with-significant-cagr-leading-players-innovative-trends-and-expected-revenue-by-2026/
Irrigation district moves closer to owning system
27 March 2020
The
Kennewick Irrigation District in Central Washington anticipates taking
control soon of its conveyance system after the Bureau of Reclamation
finalized rules for transferring ownership of what has been federal
property for more than 60 years.
https://www.capitalpress.com/ag_sectors/water/irrigation-district-moves-closer-to-owning-system/article_72f19f28-7072-11ea-991c-e3c8e38c8e3c.html
Does Renewable Energy Increase Farmers’ Well-being? Evidence from Solar Irrigation Interventions in Bangladesh
24 March 2020
Solar
irrigation provides an opportunity to irrigate a larger amount of land
due to reliability, affordability, and accessibility. As an alternative
clean and climate-friendly energy source, renewable energy has gained
increased importance in government policies, in particular regarding the
use of sun power to operate irrigation projects.
https://www.adb.org/publications/does-renewable-energy-increase-farmers-well-being-bangladesh
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WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Experts discuss latest developments in rain enhancement research in Abu Dhabi
29 March 2020
Leading
global scientists and experts in rain enhancement and atmospheric
research convened in the UAE capital to address the pressing water and
sustainability issues and discuss the latest developments in rain
enhancement research. The gathering was part of the 4th International
Rain Enhancement Forum, IREF, organised by the UAE Research Programme
for Rain Enhancement Science, UAEREP, under the supervision of the
National Centre of Meteorology, NCM.
http://wam.ae/en/details/1395302833534
Water at heart of climate action
26 March 2020
What
we have seen with climate change is that it manifests itself through
changes in the water cycle. On one hand, we are seeing floods, melting
glaciers, rising sea levels and intense storms, affecting development of
entire nations and livelihood of millions. On the other, we have seen
how it is also responsible for driving the world’s water scarcity issue,
depleting a resource critical not only for survival but for smooth
functioning of nearly all industries and sectors.
http://www.ft.lk/opinion/Water-at-heart-of-climate-action/14-698035
Track latest hydrological situation across the UK via new portal
24 March 2020
The
UK Water Resources Portal provides the most up-to-date available data
on river flows, rainfall, soil moisture and groundwater levels from a
local to a national scale, with users able to view measurements in any
part of the country by clicking on an interactive map.
https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-03/ucfe-tlh032420.php
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6th IWA International Symposium on Water, Wastewater and Environment in Ancient Civilizations: Traditions and Cultures 8-10 September 2020
The
6th IWA International Symposium which will be Co-organized by the
Bogazici University, Istanbul, Turkey and the Hellenic Open University,
Patra, Greece. It will take place at the Bogazici University (8 & 9
September) and in the Conference Hall of the Theological School of Halki
in the island of Heybeliada, Istanbul, Turkey (10 September).
https://iwa-network.org/events/iwa-regional-symposium-on-water-wastewater-and-environment-traditions-and-cultures/
MinWat
2020 3rd International Multidisciplinary Conference on Mineral Waters:
Genesis, Exploitation, Protection, and Valorisation. Postponed,
owing to the international health situation concerning the epidemy of
COVID-19, from May 2020, to 11-15 October 2020. For more details, please
visit: https://iah.org/events/minwat-2020; Email: segratario@iahitaly.it
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Irrigation and Drainage (ICID Journal No.68.4)
The
latest issue of ICID Journal, Irrigation and Drainage (No.68.4)
published in December 2019 is now available online free via Wiley online
library for all ICID office bearers, work body members and subscribers.
Papers are available in easy to read PDF format. The journal provides
access to the full text of all articles published in Irrigation and
Drainage since 2001, as well as Tables of Contents and Abstracts. Early
View service provides papers online as soon as they have been accepted
for publication, which can be several months earlier than the papers
published in print. Sign up for FREE Wiley Alerts – receive the table of
contents via email as soon as an issue is published online: For 2019
Wiley has provided each ICID office bearer, work body member and
subscriber a membership registration number. Your e-mail address is your
user name and you can choose your own password.http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1002/(ISSN)1531-0361
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