The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), founded in 1929, and the state agricultural universities as part of the national agricultural research system have played a pivotal role in advancing scientific research.
Research efforts need to be enhanced on plant root biology, enhancing photosynthetic carbon capturing capacity.
The synergy between basic plant sciences and cutting-edge technologies such as precision agriculture, regenerative agriculture, conservation agriculture, remote-sensing techniques, advanced biotechnological tools and AI-driven models forms the foundation of sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released the Nigerian Sustainable Banking Principles, an agreement signed by 34 banks, including the original eight of the nation’s leading banks, that covered nine key areas: environmental and social risk management, environmental and social footprint, human rights, women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion, environmental and social governance, capacity building, collaborative partnerships and reporting.