“Service Mindset” by Jaquie Scammell is a practical guide aimed at transforming the way individuals and organizations approach customer service. The book emphasizes the importance of fostering a mindset dedicated to serving others, which can lead to enhanced customer experiences and, ultimately, better business outcomes.
Continue reading “Book Review: Service Mindset by Jaquie Scammell”Yet more reviews of research – has science reached its limits?
The science ecosystem has been restructured regularly during my career, and I often wonder to what effect.
Effective science, and effective research thrives when there is
- social space for personal initiative and creativity,
- time for ideas to grow to maturity,
- openness to debate and criticism,
- hospitality towards innovation, and
- respect for specialized expertise.
I have regularly reflected on these words written by John Ziman 30 years ago, and on advice I received early in my management career – “you cannot, and should not try to manage the research – your job is to manage the environment in which you people do their research.”
Continue reading “Yet more reviews of research – has science reached its limits?”Common Challenges Impacting the Achievement of Intensively Sustainable Agriculture
Achieving food and nutrition security for the world requires further intensification of agriculture in a sustainable manner. There are many constraints to be mastered.
• Financial Constraints
• Limited Access to Resources
• Climate Variability
• Pest and Disease Management
• Market Access
Continue reading “Common Challenges Impacting the Achievement of Intensively Sustainable Agriculture”The Need for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture to Provide Adequate and Healthy Food for the World
Introduction
As the global population continues to surge, the demand for food increases correspondingly. The United Nations projects the world population to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050. This rapid population growth, coupled with changing dietary preferences, particularly in developing countries, exerts immense pressure on the global food system. The challenge is to produce enough food to meet this growing demand while also ensuring that the food is nutritious and produced in an environmentally sustainable manner. This is where the concept of sustainable intensification of agriculture becomes crucial.
Understanding Sustainable Intensification
Sustainable intensification refers to the process of increasing agricultural yields without adverse environmental impact and without the conversion of additional non-agricultural land. This approach integrates various agricultural practices and technologies to enhance productivity on existing farmland while preserving the environment, promoting biodiversity, and ensuring the long-term viability of agricultural resources.
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