Abstract
Advancement of human civilization has resulted in depletion of resources and the deterioration of living conditions in certain regions of the world. Human activity on Earth has taken a hostile turn that threatens the existence of species and mankind. Circular agriculture focuses primarily on using minimal external input, closing nutrient cycles, regenerating soils, and minimizing environmental impact. Agriculture chains must be efficient in order to maximize the use of resources and return nutrients to the soil for a sustainable future. AI technology will lead to substantial changes in agricultural practices. The current discussion was explicitly related to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger, as well as other UNSDGs. To generate synergies and effectively manage trade-offs between agriculture, water, energy, land use, and climate change, the international community is urged to increase the number of integrated national and regional decision-making processes.
TopIntroduction
The United Nations General Assembly adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) to be achieved by 2030 in the year 2015. Leveraging the “leaving no one behind” principle, the new agenda advocates for a comprehensive strategy that encompasses all individuals in order to attain sustainable growth.. The SDGs are a road map to a better, more sustainable future for all people and an answer to the global problems we face today. The 17 Goals are interconnected and must all be accomplished by 2030 in order to ensure that no one is left behind. UN SDG 2- Zero Hunger focuses on end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture. Sustainable integrated farming specially application of circular agriculture is directly supporting the UNSDG 2.
Depletion of resources and living circumstances begin to deteriorate in certain areas of the globe, human activity on Earth has taken a hostile turn that threatens the life of species and man himself. Rapid environmental degradation over the last century has made it clear that we must act now (Pete et al., 2019). The response of countries to achieve carbon neutrality is indicative of a growing awareness of the gravity of the problem, particularly in regions where ecological foundations are gaining power. The Paris Agreement is the global community's plan to cut carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases by half by the year 2050. Agriculture and its role in the transition to sustainable communities throughout the globe has received a lot of attention (Yang et al. 2021; Bender et al. 2016; Dumortier et al. 2020).
The environment has suffered greatly as a result of the recent enormous increase in global food production. Approximately half of the land that is habitable is now used for agriculture. One-third of the world's forest cover has disappeared during the past century due to the rapid increase in agricultural productivity, and between 1990 and 2015, 20% of the standing forest was degraded.
Key Terms in this Chapter
Insect Pollination: This refers to a form of pollination wherein pollen is transferred from plants to insects, predominantly but not exclusively from flowering plants.
Circular Agriculture: A system where agricultural biomass, waste, and leftovers from food preparation are kept as reusable resources. Recycling is done for agricultural food waste.
Integrated Farming: Cropping techniques and other agricultural production systems that meet ecological and commercial requirements.
Indoor vertical farming: (IVF): The process of growing food in a controlled, enclosed environment while it is piled one on top of the other.
Sustainable Agriculture: A practice that aims to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.