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Combat of desertification. Greening the Deserts by using innovative technologies.
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification defines desertification as “land degradation in arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas resulting from various factors, including climate change and human activities”. Land degradation in drylands is defined as reducing or losing drylands' biological or economic productivity. A third of the Earth's surface is subject to degradation, which, accordingly, affects the lives of more than 1 billion people. The consequences of desertification and drought are food insecurity, hunger, and poverty. The resulting social, economic, and political tensions can lead to conflict, further impoverishment, and increased land degradation. Increasing desertification around the world threatens to increase the number of poor people by millions, forced to seek new shelter and livelihoods.
Desertification
The area of the large 4 deserts of Mojave, Great Basin, Chihuahuan, and Sonoran in the USA is 500,000 sq. miles and is increasing every year. Land desertification is not a problem for the United States only, it is a Global problem. The main problem is soil degradation, because of which the land becomes barren and uninhabitable. All these factors we can currently observe in the southern states of America. More than 40% of the US territory is in a condition of desertification and this process is increasing every year. The purpose of this project is to green the desert lands of the United States with economic benefits for the territories where there are deserts and semi-deserts (mainly the southern states).
The issues that I want to address in this project are the following:
Soil degradation
Water scarcity
Fight against poverty
Creation of new jobs
Climate change
Soil Degradation
Desert classification
Land degradation is a set of processes that lead to changes in soil functions, quantitative and qualitative deterioration of its properties, gradual deterioration, and loss of fertility.
The following most significant types of soil degradation are distinguished:
• technological (as a result of long-term use)
• soil erosion
• salinity
• waterlogging
• soil pollution
• desertification
The extreme degree of soil degradation is the destruction of the soil cover. Desertification is the process of transformation (transition) of cultivated fertile irrigated lands into waterless and lifeless deserts with loss of soil and vegetation fertility.
The following most significant types of soil degradation are distinguished:
• technological (as a result of long-term use)
• soil erosion
• salinity
• waterlogging
• soil pollution
• desertification
The extreme degree of soil degradation is the destruction of the soil cover. Desertification is the process of transformation (transition) of cultivated fertile irrigated lands into waterless and lifeless deserts with loss of soil and vegetation fertility.
By the nature of soils and ground:
• Sandy - on loose deposits of ancient alluvial plains;
• Loess - on loess deposits of piedmont plains;
• Loamy - on slightly carbonate cover loams of the plains;
• Clay - in the low mountains, composed of saline marls and clays,
• Pebble and sand-pebble - on gypsum plateaus and piedmont plains;
• Rubble gypsum - on boards and young piedmont plains;
• Stony - in low mountains and small hills;
• Salt marshes - in saline relief depressions and along sea coasts.
• Sandy - on loose deposits of ancient alluvial plains;
• Loess - on loess deposits of piedmont plains;
• Loamy - on slightly carbonate cover loams of the plains;
• Clay - in the low mountains, composed of saline marls and clays,
• Pebble and sand-pebble - on gypsum plateaus and piedmont plains;
• Rubble gypsum - on boards and young piedmont plains;
• Stony - in low mountains and small hills;
• Salt marshes - in saline relief depressions and along sea coasts.
WATER DEFICIENCY
Drinking water deficiency is associated with the effects of climate change, with human
activities leading to a reduction in water resources due to pollution of freshwater
ecosystems, as well as with the effects of urbanization and changes in land use.
According to statistics, almost 1/5 of the world's population lives in areas where there is a
serious shortage of clean drinking water. In addition, 1/4 of the population lives in
developing countries that are experiencing water shortages due to the lack of
infrastructure needed to take it from aquifers and rivers.
One of the main ones is the problem of freshwater pollution, which significantly reduces
the available reserves. This pollution is facilitated by industrial emissions and runoff,
fertilizer runoff from fields, and the intrusion of salt water in coastal areas into aquifers
due to groundwater pumping.
The lack of clean water is forcing people to drink water from unsafe sources, which
carries an increased risk of harm to health. The consumption of polluted fresh water leads
to a deterioration in living conditions, the development of serious diseases - up to death.
Due to the lack of water, there is a practice of storing water in dwellings, which can
significantly increase the risk of pollution and lead to the creation of favorable conditions
for the growth of harmful bacteria. Also serious is the problem of hygiene: people cannot
properly bathe, wash their clothes and keep their homes clean.
If no action is taken, then by 2030 almost 5 billion people will remain without
satisfactory water treatment - about 62.5% of the world"s population. Today, each
inhabitant of the Earth accounts for about 750 m3 of fresh water per year, by 2050 this
amount will decrease to 450 m3. Up to 80% of the world"s countries will find themselves
in a zone that, according to the UN classification, falls into the category below the water
scarcity line. In Africa alone, 75 to 250 million people will be in this situation by 2020
due to climate change. The lack of water in desert and semi-desert regions will cause
intensive migration of the population.
According to forecasts, the supply of fresh drinking water is far from limitless, and they
are already coming to an end. According to studies, by 2025, more than half of the
world"s states will either experience a serious shortage of water or feel its lack, and by the
middle of the 21st century, three-quarters of the world"s population will not have enough
fresh water. It is estimated that around 2030, 47% of the world"s population will be at risk
of water scarcity. At the same time, by 2050, the population of developing countries,
which already lack water today, will increase significantly.
Africa, South Asia, the Middle East and Northern China are most likely to be the first to
be left without water. According to forecasts, only in Africa by 2020, due to climate
change, from 75 to 250 million people will be in this situation, and an acute shortage of
water in desert and semi-desert regions will cause rapid migration of the population. It is
expected that this will affect 24 to 700 million people.
Fresh water shortages have also recently been felt by developed countries: not so long
ago, severe droughts in the United States led to water shortages in large areas of the
Southwest and in cities in northern Georgia.
activities leading to a reduction in water resources due to pollution of freshwater
ecosystems, as well as with the effects of urbanization and changes in land use.
According to statistics, almost 1/5 of the world's population lives in areas where there is a
serious shortage of clean drinking water. In addition, 1/4 of the population lives in
developing countries that are experiencing water shortages due to the lack of
infrastructure needed to take it from aquifers and rivers.
One of the main ones is the problem of freshwater pollution, which significantly reduces
the available reserves. This pollution is facilitated by industrial emissions and runoff,
fertilizer runoff from fields, and the intrusion of salt water in coastal areas into aquifers
due to groundwater pumping.
The lack of clean water is forcing people to drink water from unsafe sources, which
carries an increased risk of harm to health. The consumption of polluted fresh water leads
to a deterioration in living conditions, the development of serious diseases - up to death.
Due to the lack of water, there is a practice of storing water in dwellings, which can
significantly increase the risk of pollution and lead to the creation of favorable conditions
for the growth of harmful bacteria. Also serious is the problem of hygiene: people cannot
properly bathe, wash their clothes and keep their homes clean.
If no action is taken, then by 2030 almost 5 billion people will remain without
satisfactory water treatment - about 62.5% of the world"s population. Today, each
inhabitant of the Earth accounts for about 750 m3 of fresh water per year, by 2050 this
amount will decrease to 450 m3. Up to 80% of the world"s countries will find themselves
in a zone that, according to the UN classification, falls into the category below the water
scarcity line. In Africa alone, 75 to 250 million people will be in this situation by 2020
due to climate change. The lack of water in desert and semi-desert regions will cause
intensive migration of the population.
According to forecasts, the supply of fresh drinking water is far from limitless, and they
are already coming to an end. According to studies, by 2025, more than half of the
world"s states will either experience a serious shortage of water or feel its lack, and by the
middle of the 21st century, three-quarters of the world"s population will not have enough
fresh water. It is estimated that around 2030, 47% of the world"s population will be at risk
of water scarcity. At the same time, by 2050, the population of developing countries,
which already lack water today, will increase significantly.
Africa, South Asia, the Middle East and Northern China are most likely to be the first to
be left without water. According to forecasts, only in Africa by 2020, due to climate
change, from 75 to 250 million people will be in this situation, and an acute shortage of
water in desert and semi-desert regions will cause rapid migration of the population. It is
expected that this will affect 24 to 700 million people.
Fresh water shortages have also recently been felt by developed countries: not so long
ago, severe droughts in the United States led to water shortages in large areas of the
Southwest and in cities in northern Georgia.
USING WORLD EXPERIENCE TO SOLVE DESERTIFICATION PROBLEMS IN USA.
Drip irrigation has many advantages over other irrigation methods:
Water drains evenly. This is true even on moderately sloping terrain. In addition, the method of compensated drippers allows you to evenly water on steep slopes and makes it possible to increase the irrigation area with the help of bends with drippers. With the help of droppers, along with water, fertilizers can be delivered directly to the roots of plants (fertigation). Water and fertilizer are delivered directly to the root system, thereby saving water and fertilizer. The amount of water in each plant can be optimized to suit different soil types, preventing water seepage beyond the root zone. With drip irrigation, the appearance of weeds is minimized. Between the beds, it is much drier, which makes it easier for workers and machines to have easy access throughout the season. It is possible to use low-quality water (salt water or treated effluents) because direct contact between the water and the leaves can be avoided, thus eliminating burns. With drip irrigation, salts are constantly washed out of the root system, which prevents the accumulation of salts in the immediate vicinity of the roots. This is important if saline soils are used or irrigated with salt water. Drip irrigation allows the use of treated wastewater because the water flows directly to the ground, minimizing health risks.
Drippers for the right amount of water (from a few to tens of liters per hour) can be
installed at any step to meet the needs of any crop. Drip irrigation is the most efficient irrigation method for saving water. Water enters directly into the soil next to the root system, which absorbs water immediately, while water evaporation is minimal. This property is especially important in the conditions existing in arid zones. In spray irrigation (sprinkling), evaporation is increased by wind,
and in drip irrigation, the effect of wind is minimal. High-quality drip irrigation equipment can be used for fifteen to twenty years if properly maintained. The water use efficiency ratio (WUE) is defined as the ratio between the amount of water used by plants and the total amount of water used for irrigation. Studies show that drip irrigation has a WUE of about 95%, compared to 45% for surface irrigation and 75% for sprinkler irrigation. In summary, it can be concluded that drip irrigation has many advantages over other irrigation methods and that it also outperforms surface and rainfall ratios in water savings, especially in conditions of limited water supply. The drip irrigation system is called the SYSTEM for a reason. Drip irrigation is not only irrigation hoses, but also devices for water purification and filtration, pipes and fittings for supplying and distributing water across the field, equipment for dissolving and dosing fertilizers, and, of course, automation.
Water drains evenly. This is true even on moderately sloping terrain. In addition, the method of compensated drippers allows you to evenly water on steep slopes and makes it possible to increase the irrigation area with the help of bends with drippers. With the help of droppers, along with water, fertilizers can be delivered directly to the roots of plants (fertigation). Water and fertilizer are delivered directly to the root system, thereby saving water and fertilizer. The amount of water in each plant can be optimized to suit different soil types, preventing water seepage beyond the root zone. With drip irrigation, the appearance of weeds is minimized. Between the beds, it is much drier, which makes it easier for workers and machines to have easy access throughout the season. It is possible to use low-quality water (salt water or treated effluents) because direct contact between the water and the leaves can be avoided, thus eliminating burns. With drip irrigation, salts are constantly washed out of the root system, which prevents the accumulation of salts in the immediate vicinity of the roots. This is important if saline soils are used or irrigated with salt water. Drip irrigation allows the use of treated wastewater because the water flows directly to the ground, minimizing health risks.
Drippers for the right amount of water (from a few to tens of liters per hour) can be
installed at any step to meet the needs of any crop. Drip irrigation is the most efficient irrigation method for saving water. Water enters directly into the soil next to the root system, which absorbs water immediately, while water evaporation is minimal. This property is especially important in the conditions existing in arid zones. In spray irrigation (sprinkling), evaporation is increased by wind,
and in drip irrigation, the effect of wind is minimal. High-quality drip irrigation equipment can be used for fifteen to twenty years if properly maintained. The water use efficiency ratio (WUE) is defined as the ratio between the amount of water used by plants and the total amount of water used for irrigation. Studies show that drip irrigation has a WUE of about 95%, compared to 45% for surface irrigation and 75% for sprinkler irrigation. In summary, it can be concluded that drip irrigation has many advantages over other irrigation methods and that it also outperforms surface and rainfall ratios in water savings, especially in conditions of limited water supply. The drip irrigation system is called the SYSTEM for a reason. Drip irrigation is not only irrigation hoses, but also devices for water purification and filtration, pipes and fittings for supplying and distributing water across the field, equipment for dissolving and dosing fertilizers, and, of course, automation.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN GARDENING AND VITICULTURE.
ISRAEL EXPERIENCE.
A variety of natural and climatic conditions, topographical and soil conditions of Israel allow growing grapes and various fruit crops of the subtropical zone. More than 80 percent of the territory is occupied by deserts and semi-deserts, but despite the lack of soil and water, the achievements in the field of agriculture are impressive. One of the important Israeli developments is widespread drip irrigation, which saves more than 80% of water and increases crop yields by more than 50%. Water in drippers is delivered under low pressure to the very root of the plant along with fertilizers, giving the plants as much nutrition and moisture as they need. Thanks to this innovation, the productivity of fruit crops and grapes in the country increased by 20-40%. Viticulture is represented by the cultivation of various table varieties in an area of about 3 thousand hectares, with a volume of 70 thousand tons per year. Technical varieties of grapes are grown on an area of 5.5 thousand hectares - 65 thousand tons per year. Orchards - on an area of more than 97 thousand hectares, which is 32% of all sown areas in the country. About 1,500,000 tons of fruits are grown, of which two-thirds are citrus fruits. Thousands of hectares of citrus fruits are in the desert zone of the northern Negev with a unique irrigation system that uses treated wastewater. Fruit growers have achieved impressive yields of fruit crops: apples - 70, bananas - 100, plums - 30, apricots - 35, peaches - 40, mangoes - 40, pears - 30 t/ha. About 25% of the grown fruits are exported to European countries. When growing grapes in Israel, these types of formation of vine bushes are more often used: two-sided veranda, one-sided veranda, Sicilian, Italian and California type of formation. The most widespread form is a two-sided veranda on a stem 120-130 cm high. The yield of high-stem bushes with a two-sided veranda increases by 25-40%, and labor costs for caring for plants are reduced by 30-40%. Most orchards and vineyards in Israel are covered with automatically operated nets that protect against hail, pests and excessive solar insolation. With this formation of bushes with a large volume of perennial wood, short pruning of fruit vines and free hanging of green shoots are possible, and mechanized pruning of bushes can also be used.
Thanks to good illumination of the leaves, this form of bushes is characterized by high productivity, losses from diseases are reduced, and one-year growth matures well. Particular attention is paid to the formation of fruit stone fruit crops. Bows and two-arm V-shaped type of formation are widespread, as well as planting trees with an inclination, forming V-like rows. This allows more rational use of the area and increases the yield per hectare. Without exception, all plantings are mulched. To do this, use chips of fruit trees, pine, and eucalyptus. According to kashrut in Israel, it is forbidden to consume fruits up to three years after planting, so the first harvest is harvested only in the fourth or fifth year. In order to circumvent this ban, some farmers graft on 3-4-year-old rootstocks, and not on annuals, as is customary in the world. In Israel, significant attention is paid to the production of environmentally friendly products, so a system has been developed for growing grapes and fruits with minimal use of chemicals. 85 per cent of the stands use biological pest management (BPM), which uses artificially farmed natural predators such as special wasps that destroy most types of insects. The use of integrated protection methods reduces losses and the need for chemicals. The achievements of Israeli winegrowers and horticulturists are the result of close cooperation with a consulting service that provides the latest developments that can respond to the constant demands of the market. The sustainable development of Israel"s agriculture is based on the development of innovative strategies and reforms, while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment. The experience of Israeli gardeners and
viticulturists can be successfully applied in the southern regions of Ukraine in the face of climate change.
ISRAEL EXPERIENCE.
A variety of natural and climatic conditions, topographical and soil conditions of Israel allow growing grapes and various fruit crops of the subtropical zone. More than 80 percent of the territory is occupied by deserts and semi-deserts, but despite the lack of soil and water, the achievements in the field of agriculture are impressive. One of the important Israeli developments is widespread drip irrigation, which saves more than 80% of water and increases crop yields by more than 50%. Water in drippers is delivered under low pressure to the very root of the plant along with fertilizers, giving the plants as much nutrition and moisture as they need. Thanks to this innovation, the productivity of fruit crops and grapes in the country increased by 20-40%. Viticulture is represented by the cultivation of various table varieties in an area of about 3 thousand hectares, with a volume of 70 thousand tons per year. Technical varieties of grapes are grown on an area of 5.5 thousand hectares - 65 thousand tons per year. Orchards - on an area of more than 97 thousand hectares, which is 32% of all sown areas in the country. About 1,500,000 tons of fruits are grown, of which two-thirds are citrus fruits. Thousands of hectares of citrus fruits are in the desert zone of the northern Negev with a unique irrigation system that uses treated wastewater. Fruit growers have achieved impressive yields of fruit crops: apples - 70, bananas - 100, plums - 30, apricots - 35, peaches - 40, mangoes - 40, pears - 30 t/ha. About 25% of the grown fruits are exported to European countries. When growing grapes in Israel, these types of formation of vine bushes are more often used: two-sided veranda, one-sided veranda, Sicilian, Italian and California type of formation. The most widespread form is a two-sided veranda on a stem 120-130 cm high. The yield of high-stem bushes with a two-sided veranda increases by 25-40%, and labor costs for caring for plants are reduced by 30-40%. Most orchards and vineyards in Israel are covered with automatically operated nets that protect against hail, pests and excessive solar insolation. With this formation of bushes with a large volume of perennial wood, short pruning of fruit vines and free hanging of green shoots are possible, and mechanized pruning of bushes can also be used.
Thanks to good illumination of the leaves, this form of bushes is characterized by high productivity, losses from diseases are reduced, and one-year growth matures well. Particular attention is paid to the formation of fruit stone fruit crops. Bows and two-arm V-shaped type of formation are widespread, as well as planting trees with an inclination, forming V-like rows. This allows more rational use of the area and increases the yield per hectare. Without exception, all plantings are mulched. To do this, use chips of fruit trees, pine, and eucalyptus. According to kashrut in Israel, it is forbidden to consume fruits up to three years after planting, so the first harvest is harvested only in the fourth or fifth year. In order to circumvent this ban, some farmers graft on 3-4-year-old rootstocks, and not on annuals, as is customary in the world. In Israel, significant attention is paid to the production of environmentally friendly products, so a system has been developed for growing grapes and fruits with minimal use of chemicals. 85 per cent of the stands use biological pest management (BPM), which uses artificially farmed natural predators such as special wasps that destroy most types of insects. The use of integrated protection methods reduces losses and the need for chemicals. The achievements of Israeli winegrowers and horticulturists are the result of close cooperation with a consulting service that provides the latest developments that can respond to the constant demands of the market. The sustainable development of Israel"s agriculture is based on the development of innovative strategies and reforms, while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment. The experience of Israeli gardeners and
viticulturists can be successfully applied in the southern regions of Ukraine in the face of climate change.
Disclaimer:
The following materials and descriptions of the Waterboxx® technology were sourced from publicly available information provided by Groasis B.V. (The Netherlands).
This content is shared for educational and informational purposes only as part of the Combat of Desertification initiative.
Our organization does not claim ownership, authorship, or official representation of Groasis or its products.
PLANTING TREES IN AREAS PRONE TO DESERTIFICATION.
Recently, the Dutch inventor Peter Hoff has designed a device that will allow you to grow trees in the desert. It seems that with his invention, humanity finally has a chance to stop the spread of deserts around the world, which is one of the most urgent today’s actual tasks. And then the planet can be completely empty and live for us will be nowhere. Dutch inventor Peter Hoff invented a simple device that can be used to plant trees in the desert. It is something like a polypropylene tub (50 centimeters in diameter) with a lid. Up and down this apparatus, called the Groasis Waterboxx, has one hole each. In the center of the tub is a cylinder in which the root system of the seedling develops. This device works as follows: Groasis Waterboxx collects rainwater and condensate from the air and sends it, and in portions, exactly to the root system. Through the capillaries, part of the water enters the soil, providing intensive root growth and creation of a moist environment under the plant. At the same time, the tub prevents moisture from evaporating and protects the plant from overheating, weeds, and rodents. Where does this device get water from in the desert? Well, firstly, it is brought by spring and autumn rains, which do occur in most of these ecosystems, although the “wet” season in the deserts is very short. However, most of the moisture will enter the Groasis Waterboxx in the morning and in the evening, when as a result of a sharp temperature drop in the air, condensation forms, which later falls to the ground. It will be caught by the ingenious waterbox
The following materials and descriptions of the Waterboxx® technology were sourced from publicly available information provided by Groasis B.V. (The Netherlands).
This content is shared for educational and informational purposes only as part of the Combat of Desertification initiative.
Our organization does not claim ownership, authorship, or official representation of Groasis or its products.
PLANTING TREES IN AREAS PRONE TO DESERTIFICATION.
Recently, the Dutch inventor Peter Hoff has designed a device that will allow you to grow trees in the desert. It seems that with his invention, humanity finally has a chance to stop the spread of deserts around the world, which is one of the most urgent today’s actual tasks. And then the planet can be completely empty and live for us will be nowhere. Dutch inventor Peter Hoff invented a simple device that can be used to plant trees in the desert. It is something like a polypropylene tub (50 centimeters in diameter) with a lid. Up and down this apparatus, called the Groasis Waterboxx, has one hole each. In the center of the tub is a cylinder in which the root system of the seedling develops. This device works as follows: Groasis Waterboxx collects rainwater and condensate from the air and sends it, and in portions, exactly to the root system. Through the capillaries, part of the water enters the soil, providing intensive root growth and creation of a moist environment under the plant. At the same time, the tub prevents moisture from evaporating and protects the plant from overheating, weeds, and rodents. Where does this device get water from in the desert? Well, firstly, it is brought by spring and autumn rains, which do occur in most of these ecosystems, although the “wet” season in the deserts is very short. However, most of the moisture will enter the Groasis Waterboxx in the morning and in the evening, when as a result of a sharp temperature drop in the air, condensation forms, which later falls to the ground. It will be caught by the ingenious waterbox
PLANTING Waterboxx Plant Coccon
The Groasis Waterboxx is a device designed to help in growing trees in dry areas. It was invented and developed by Dutch former flower exporter Pieter Hoff, and won the Popular Science Green Tech Best of What’s New Innovation of the year award for 2010. The word Groasis is a neologism formed as a portmanteau of the words grow and oasis Large land areas in the world are too dry for trees to survive. Although water may be present in the ground, it is often too deep for small trees to develop a root structure to reach. The Groasing Technology employs biomimicry to solve the problem of growing plants in deserts, eroded areas, badlands and on rocks. The purpose of this technology is to replant such areas, restore the vegetation cover and make them productive with fruit trees and vegetables. The Groasis waterboxx is a polypropylene bucket with a lid. It has a vertical tunnel in the middle for two plants. A wick allows water from inside the box to trickle into the ground via capillary action. The device mimics the insulating effect bird feces provide to germinating seeds. The box"s lid is covered by tiny papillae, which create a superhydrophobic surface due to the lotus effect. The lid serves to funnel even the smallest amount of water down siphons into the box"s central reservoir. The product functions as a plant incubator, sheltering both a newly planted sapling and the ground around it from the heat of the sun, while providing water for the plant. The lid collects water from rain and nighttime condensation, which is then stored in the bucket. The water-filled reservoir releases small amounts (around 50 ml per day) of water into the ground by a wick to water the tree and to encourage the tree to develop a root structure. The box acts as a shield for the water in the upper ground, and this water then spreads down and out instead of being drawn to the surface and evaporated.Both temperature and humidity beneath and inside the box are more stable night and day than without. Use of the box initially involves digging a hole in the ground by a human or a machine. One to three plants are planted in the hole, and a cardboard panel is placed around the plants. In dry areas, the soil around the plants is inoculated with mycorrhizae to release nutrients in the soil that would otherwise be chemically inaccessible to the growing plants. A wick is inserted in the bottom of the Groasis which is then lowered over the plants and filled with water. Two lids are put on, funnels inserted and a cap plugs the top lid.
After all, as I described above, desertification is a huge problem for the United States. 40% of the territory is subject to desertification. What is the benefit of growing wheat in the desert? Below are the most relevant topics.
Food security
Growing wheat in desert areas can help ensure the region's food security. Desert areas usually have limited access to fresh water and agricultural land, so using such areas to grow wheat can help diversify food sources and improve access to food.
Economic development
Wheat cultivation in desert areas can contribute to economic development by creating jobs and improving the living standards of local people. This can be especially useful for rural development, where access to agricultural opportunities may be limited.
Environmental sustainability
Desert areas usually experience problems with soil erosion and desertification. Growing wheat in desert areas can help combat these problems, as wheat fields help maintain soil fertility by preventing erosion and retaining moisture. This can promote soil regeneration and ecosystem restoration around desert areas.
Technological progress
Growing wheat in desert areas requires the application of advanced technologies and innovations in agriculture. This can contribute to the development of new irrigation methods, energy-efficient cultivation systems, and soil management. Such technological developments could be important for the future of agriculture and the use of resources on a more sustainable and efficient scale.
Scientific research
Wheat cultivation in desert areas provides a unique opportunity for scientific research in the field of agroecology, plant biology, ecology, and water supply. Studying the processes involved in growing wheat in extreme desert conditions can lead to new discoveries and innovations that can be applied to other areas.
Solving the problems of unemployment and poverty in the most vulnerable regions of the country by creating new jobs during the implementation of the project.
DESERT WHEAT GROWING AND NATIONAL INTEREST
The cultivation of wheat and cereals is an innovative and environmental project that can significantly change the current economic and environmental situation in the region (southern states of America). The use of innovative methods of landscaping and combating desertification will be of significant benefit in solving the food crisis. Within the framework of this project, it is possible to reduce the share of imports of cereals in the United States. As you know, the United States is one of the largest exporters of wheat in the world. The share of world exports of the United States accounts for 13.4% of all exports. The main export destinations are China, the Philippines and Mexico. Growing cereals in the US deserts will significantly increase the share of exports in the world. This project is aimed at improving the quality of life of the US population and will open new jobs, which in turn will reduce unemployment and improve the economic situation in the states where this project will be implemented. Indeed, according to the report of the UN Special Representative on Poverty for Human Rights Philip Alston for 2018, in the United States there are 40 million poor, 18.5 million extremely poor, and 5.3 million poor citizens, which total 19.7 % of the total population. How to grow cereals in the desert? Well, the answer to this question may be to use the experience of other countries, which have proved that this project is feasible and ready for implementation. Using the experience of Chinese farmers will bring not only a rich harvest but also change the ecological situation in the region.
The cultivation of wheat and cereals is an innovative and environmental project that can significantly change the current economic and environmental situation in the region (southern states of America). The use of innovative methods of landscaping and combating desertification will be of significant benefit in solving the food crisis. Within the framework of this project, it is possible to reduce the share of imports of cereals in the United States. As you know, the United States is one of the largest exporters of wheat in the world. The share of world exports of the United States accounts for 13.4% of all exports. The main export destinations are China, the Philippines and Mexico. Growing cereals in the US deserts will significantly increase the share of exports in the world. This project is aimed at improving the quality of life of the US population and will open new jobs, which in turn will reduce unemployment and improve the economic situation in the states where this project will be implemented. Indeed, according to the report of the UN Special Representative on Poverty for Human Rights Philip Alston for 2018, in the United States there are 40 million poor, 18.5 million extremely poor, and 5.3 million poor citizens, which total 19.7 % of the total population. How to grow cereals in the desert? Well, the answer to this question may be to use the experience of other countries, which have proved that this project is feasible and ready for implementation. Using the experience of Chinese farmers will bring not only a rich harvest but also change the ecological situation in the region.
Wheat cultivation in desert areas has the potential to solve food, economic, environmental, and scientific problems. However, more research is needed, and sustainable growing practices need to be developed to maximize these benefits and cope with the limitations associated with desert conditions. This project will focus on the use of environmental solutions for the benefit of the environment. By implementing this project, we will be able to significantly affect the environment by changing desertification to the transformation of deserts into an oasis. Thus, desertification in the US is a serious problem that requires immediate action to prevent the further spread of desert areas. To solve this problem, an integrated approach is needed, including the use of sustainable farming practices, control over the use of water resources, rehabilitation and protection of the soil, and the promotion of research and innovation. It is important to focus on revegetation, including the planting of trees and other plants, as well as the application of agroforestry and agroforestry practices. Engagement with local communities and organizations is also key to the successful fight against desertification. Through cooperation and joint efforts, we can achieve sustainable development and prevent the further spread of desert areas in the United States.
Combat of desertification has great importance for ecology and the environment.
Here are some perspectives related to this problem:
Conservation of biodiversity
Desertification results in the loss of biodiversity and the destruction of local ecosystems. Desertification control can help preserve unique plant and animal species and their natural habitats.
Climate change mitigation
Desertification and climate change are closely linked. Desert regions have the ability to reflect solar radiation back into space, as a result of which they contribute to the increase in the temperature of the Earth. Desertification control, including revegetation and agriculture in desert areas, can help mitigate the effects of climate change.
Preservation of Soil Fertility
Desertification causes the fertile soil layer to be washed away, making the land unsuitable for agriculture and animal habitation. Desertification control, including the application of erosion control techniques and improved farming practices, can help maintain soil fertility and support sustainable land use.
Protection of water resources
Desertification is often associated with reduced access to fresh water and dehydration of surrounding areas. Desertification control includes the development of methods for the efficient use and conservation of water resources, such as the collection and storage of rainwater, irrigation using efficient systems, research on renewable water sources, and raising awareness of water conservation.
Improving quality of life
Combat of desertification can benefit local communities by providing them with new employment opportunities, improved soil quality, access to food and water resources
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Combat of desertification.
Greening the Deserts by using innovative technologies.
Greening the Deserts by using innovative technologies.
