With the world’s population set to grow to nearly 10 billion by 2050,pioneering farmers explore to open data for eco-friendly solutionsAs the world goes from seven billion mouths to feed to nearly 10 billion by 2050, the pressure is on to produce 70% more food than nowadays without harming the environment.
It is a enormous task that has prompted the G8 countries and 120 governments and organisations around the world to to set up and support the Global Open Data for Agriculture and Nutrition (Godan) initiative. It encourages governments to open up data and help each other’s farmers learn from the information. According to its programme director, and Martin Parr,it is the only way a growing population will be fed. Related: All the data you need to power your business is free online Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com