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sustainable agriculture

American  
[suh-stey-nuh-buhl ag-ri-kuhl-cher] / səˈsteɪ nə bəl ˈæg rɪˌkʌl tʃər /

noun

  1. any of a number of farming methods, such as rotating crops and minimizing or eliminating chemicals, that preserve a healthy agricultural environment by preventing depletion of natural resources.


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The unit has supplied some 200 farmers this season, mostly in nearby villages, though similar initiatives are being promoted across other states as part of a national push toward sustainable agriculture.

From Barron's Jun. 16, 2026

There isn’t a narrative as such in “Groundswell,” but there is a theme: regenerative vs. industrial farming, sustainable agriculture vs. short-term gain.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 2, 2026

Other money would be used to create parks, protect wildlife and habitats, fight air pollution, address extreme heat events and fund sustainable agriculture.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 6, 2024

By integrating these diverse fields, the researchers were able to answer key questions about how nitrogen nutrition and symbiosis influence plant-bacteria interactions, providing valuable insights for sustainable agriculture.

From Science Daily May 23, 2024

More recent events have included planting hundreds of millions of trees, supporting farmers with sustainable agriculture practices, and starting climate literacy projects around the world.

From BBC Apr. 16, 2024

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