Green Revolution fails to halt hunger in Asia says report
The Green Revolution, seven years after its launch, struggles to reduce hunger in Asia amid droughts and floods. High yield seeds have raised gaps between rich and poor farmers as costs for fertilizer water and credit hinder widespread adoption in India and the Philippines. Despite some gains, production growth remains marginal and famine persists in parts of Asia.
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Inoculation Developed for Male Sterilization
Johns Hopkins researchers report a chemical inoculation as a potential alternative to surgical vasectomy. The method would use sclerosing chemicals with minimal equipment, aiming for irreversible sterilization and to reduce fears of castration. Clinical trials could begin this summer if approved.
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Maryland program grows food and family ties on shared plots
In Hagerstown community action plots two acres host 50 by 50 foot beds for families from public housing. Albert Allenback says 40 annual fee covers seed and fertilizer with free plowing from a neighbor farmer. Up to 35 families participate, drawing interest from locals seeking affordable food and family unity.
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