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Climate Adaptation, Total Yearly Supply
226 MAF, Exploration, Agriculture…
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Exploration
Extraction
Treatment
Distribution
Usage
Disposal
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Treatment Plants
physical, chemical, biological, advanced filtration as needed
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Recharge
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Filteration system
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physical, biological, chemical filtration systems as needed
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Agriculture (46%)
Managed Soils (15%)
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Nutrient Management
Precision Farming
Challenges
- High initial costs for technology and equipment
- Complexity in integrating precision tools with existing practices
- Data interpretation and decision-making
Solutions
- Cost-sharing programs or subsidies for technology adoption
- Training and support for farmers in data analysis and usage
- Development of user-friendly precision fertilization tools
Efficient Irrigation
Challenges
- Retrofitting existing irrigation systems can be costly
- Water availability issues in arid regions
- Farmer reluctance to change traditional irrigation methods.
Solutions
- Financial assistance for upgrading to efficient irrigation systems
- Education on the benefits of water conservation
- Development of low-cost, easily implementable irrigation solutions
Cover Cropping
Challenges
- Understanding the best cover crop species for specific conditions
- Managing the additional cropping cycle
- Potential initial yield impact
Solutions
- Extension services providing region-specific advice
- Demonstration plots to showcase benefits
- Research into cover crop impacts on various soil types
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Reduced Tillage
No-till Farming
Challenges
- Potential for increased weed pressure
- Changes in pest dynamics
- Initial decrease in yields
- Farmer adaptation to new agricultural practices
Solutions
- Development of effective weed and pest management strategies tailored for no-till systems
- Education and extension services for farmers
- Research to optimize no-till methods for different crop types and environments
Conservative Tillage
Challenges
- Requirement for specialized equipment
- Adjustment of crop residue management
- Balancing soil moisture and temperature
- Adaptation to local conditions
Solutions
- Financial incentives or subsidies for purchasing appropriate equipment
- Farmer training programs on conservation tillage techniques
- Research on region-specific conservation tillage practices
Mulching
Challenges
- Cost and availability of mulch materials
- Labor for application
- Selection of suitable mulching materials for specific crops and climates
Solutions
- Local production of organic mulch from agricultural waste
- Development of cost-effective and sustainable mulching materials
- Extension services providing guidance on mulch selection and application
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Livestock (22%)
Manure Management
Precision Farming
Challenges
- High technology costs
- Data management challenges
- Farmer familiarity with technology
Solutions
- Cost reduction through technological advancements
- User-friendly data platforms
- Extension services for farmer education
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Methane Capture
Biogas, Methane Digesters
Challenges
- Variability in biogas yield due to differences in feedstock composition
- Technical expertise for operation
High initial investment and operating costs
- Managing the digestate byproduct
Solutions
- Financial incentives and subsidies
- Development of markets for digestate as an organic fertilizer
- Research into more efficient and cost-effective digesters
- Standardized digesters adaptable to different types of manure
Energy Generation
Challenges
- Integration with farm’s existing energy systems
- Variability in biogas production
- Ensuring economic viability of the energy generation system
Solutions
- Modular and scalable CHP systems
- Energy storage solutions to manage supply variability
- Feasibility assessments to ensure economic viability
- Pilot projects to demonstrate benefits
Breeding & Genetics
Selective breeding, Genetic improvements, Crossbreeding
Challenges
- Long-term breeding programs
- Genetic resource management
a Farmer acceptance
Solutions
- Genetic research funding
- Breeder training programs
- Support for breeding initiatives
Land (7%)
Forest Management
Challenges
- Economic pressures
- Implementation challenges
- Policy gaps
Solutions
- Economic incentives for sustainable forestry
- Policy frameworks
- Forest stewardship programs
Land Restoration
Erosion Control
Challenges
- Cost of implementing advanced erosion control measures
- Lack of awareness or technical knowledge among landowners
- Need for site-specific solutions
Solutions
- Government subsidies or financial assistance for erosion control projects
- Educational programs for landowners
- Research into cost-effective and adaptable erosion control methods
Re-vegetation
Challenges
- Difficulty in establishing vegetation on degraded lands
- Long-term maintenance of re-vegetated areas
- Ensuring biodiversity.
Solutions
- Community-based re-vegetation projects
- Long-term monitoring and maintenance plans
- Research on effective re-vegetation strategies for different ecosystems
Soil Rehabilitation
Challenges
- Overcoming soil degradation from years of intensive agriculture or pollution
- Balancing productivity with soil health
- Cost and knowledge barriers
Solutions
- Extension services to educate farmers on soil health
- Incentives for adopting sustainable soil practices
- Research into effective and scalable soil rehabilitation methods
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Rice Cultivation (2%)
Improved Rice Varieties
Drought-resistant varieties, Short-duration rice, Disease-resistant types
Challenges
- Genetic development costs
- Farmer acceptance
- Seed distribution
Solutions
- Research and development
- Seed subsidies
- Extension services
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Organic Amendments
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Biochar
Challenges
- High initial costs for setting up pyrolysis systems
- Limited understanding of biochar’s long-term effects on soil health
- Market development for biochar
Solutions
- Subsidies or financial support for biochar production facilities
- Extensive field trials to study the effects of biochar on rice productivity and soil health
- Market development strategies for biochar
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