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An extensive study led by a researcher at Lund University in Sweden has mapped the effects of small farmers on the rain forests of Southeast Asia for the first time. The findings are discouraging, with regard to environmental impact, biodiversity and the economy, over the long term.

One out of every two people on this planet struggles to feed and educate their children. When powered by opportunity, they have a chance to

A new paper from scientists at the John Innes Centre in Norwich explains why plant breeders have found it difficult to produce wheat varieties which combine high yield and good resistance to Septoria, a disease in wheat which can cut yield losses by up to 50%. It traces the problem back to decisions made nearly sixty years ago.

yil-youth-sesh-2016This session will explore the migration of people from rural to urban areas through a series of personal stories delivered by people who have experienced migration, are longing to migrate, and work in the area of migration.

Using experiential storytelling and innovative design sprint methodology, participants will work together to understand the underlying challenges presented in the stories, brainstorm possible solutions and prototype a number of those solutions. The session will be carried out as a facilitated intergenerational dialogue, with participants expected from a range of geographies, backgrounds and ages.