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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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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

Besides his work with Slow Food, Petrini founded the international Terra Madre network for sustainable agriculture and the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Carver’s work was immensely ahead of its time, paving the way for modern sustainable agriculture and plant-based medicines.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024

These findings advance the current understanding of the roles that mycoviruses play and their potential for sustainable agriculture.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 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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