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September 11, 2014

Globalization threatens benefits of an African 'green revolution'
Vancouver, Canada (SPX) Sep 11, 2014
A prospective "green revolution" in Africa could boost land use and carbon emissions globally, according to a study co-authored by a University of British Columbia researcher. The term "green revolution" typically describes the use of agricultural innovations - such as the development of new seeds - to increase yields, particularly in developing countries. Past green revolutions in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East have spared land and carbon dioxide emissions. However, in an increasin ... read more

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