Articles

Humans are the missing link between natural and social sciences

Published 27.05.2020

Solutions for the transition to become a sustainable society are often high-tech, take biofuel plants as an example. Fancy technology, political strategies and economic support schemes are, however, useless if humans are not able to adapt and cooperate across sectors.

How degradable is biodegradable plastic?

Published 23.05.2020

More and more farmers are replacing conventional plastic mulch with biodegradable mulch film that can be tilled directly into the soil after use. Researchers are now examining how degradable it is in Norwegian conditions.

Building industry waste can be reduced

Published 20.05.2020

In 2017, the building and construction industry generated around 2 million tonnes of waste. High costs, lack of appropriate technology and limitations in the applicable regulations are preventing greater reuse and recycling of construction components and waste fractions.

Geese plow over the country

Published 09.05.2020

V-shaped formations of geese in flight are an impressive sight. But after the migrating geese have moved on, many farmers are left facing major grazing crop damage to their cultivated land.

New climate-smart soil management network

Published 04.05.2020

A European research network wants to find sustainable solutions for the management of agricultural soil. Its aim is to help solve some of the social challenges involved in future food production in a changing climate.

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Aquatic environment and road construction

Published 30.04.2020

NIBIO is the specialist responsible for coordinating preliminary studies of the aquatic environment along the Tvedestrand–Bamble section of the E18. The aim is to establish the chemical and ecological status of watercourses, including natural values, alien species and important fish stocks.

Do reindeer cause crop damage in winter?

Published 28.04.2020

In some areas, semi-domestic reindeer grazing on cultivated land can lead to major conflicts between the reindeer husbandry and agriculture industries. The disputes tend to centre around who is responsible, and who should pay for any reduction in crop. Thus, the question is: Do reindeer that graze on cultivated land cause loss of crop, and if so, what is the extent of this loss?

Better use of the phosphorus layer in soil

Published 18.04.2020

We used to believe that growing vegetables in the Norwegian climate required liberal application of phosphorus fertilizer. Researchers are now urging moderation, as well as crop rotation between vegetables with different root systems.

New book: The Bioeconomy Approach

Published 06.04.2020

A new book examines the bioeconomy concept, analysing the opportunities it can generate, the constraints and the potential benefits for society. “A timely and innovative contribution towards understanding the relevance and practicality of bioeconomy, its concept, principles and best practices, towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals,” Hans Dreyer, Director, AGP at FAO says.