In the quest to combat climate-induced droughts, every leaf counts. A new study presented by Prem Sagar Mathangi, a master’s student at the University of Hohenheim at Tropentag 2024, sheds light on an overlooked aspect of wheat physiology: the role of lower leaves in drought resilience.
Tunisia, also known as the land of the olive tree, faces environmental crises such as soil degradation, biodiversity loss and climate change. Unsustainable farming practices have exacerbated these issues, pointing to critical need for new practices. Agroecology offers promising pathways for olive growers to create more resilient agricultural systems