Nitrogen fertiliser is currently three times higher than it was last year. In this week's newsletter, we consider the dependence of intensive agriculture on synthetic nitrogen and whether the prospect of green hydrogen to make fertiliser with a lower environmental cost really offers a long term solution.
Also this week we take a look at recent US funding to support small abattoirs and independent meat processors, a welcome attempt to decentralise the meat processing industry. But will it work?
We also hear good news from the inland regions of Spain, where farmers are using regenerative practices to return the land to health.
Been enjoying our microcast series? This week is the penultimate episode, where Patrick and Richard explore how a spiritual approach to ecology might see us in a better place to help the planet.
With our best wishes,
The SFT Team
News and updates
Is ammonia from green hydrogen a false prophet?
Nitrogen fertiliser is currently three times higher than it was last year. Can green hydrogen make fertiliser with a lower environmental cost? And does this really offer a long-term solution?
Megafarms, monocultures and climate change have led to soil erosion, the loss of soil fertility, and a reduction in biodiversity in inland Spain. Journalist and chef Hester Van Hensbergen joined an ecosystem restoration camp and explored how farmers in the area are working to reverse the damage.
COVID lessons: US funds small abattoirs and independent meat processors
Covid shone a bright light on many levels of inequality across society, with the US meat processing industry being just one of them. Marianne Landzettel explores how government interventions are attempting to glean a better deal for farmers and American families.
In the penultimate of our microcast series, this week's conversation explores how looking to spirituality and mindfulness might help ongoing efforts to protect the planet.
David Wilson, manager of Fir Farm, which is owned by one of our board members, featured on Sunday night's Countryfile, explaining the benefits of regenerative agriculture to his neighbour, Adam Henson.
Our latest podcast series launched with a discussion with spiritual leader Satish Kumar, followed by an exploration of agricultural activism with Simon Fairlie. Listen again at the link below, and if you're enjoying the episodes, please help us reach more people by rating or sharing.
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