Snow, glaciers and permafrost are of great importance for Switzerland. Their changes are documented by detailed measurements. This web portal shows and explains selected long-term measurement series of the cryosphere.more

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Advancing ecological organic agriculture in Africa

State of scientific evidence and recommendations

African food systems are facing a number of interconnected challenges, due to the negative impacts of climate change, among other factors. Nev­ ertheless, Africa holds a primordial position to create more resilient and sustainable food production systems.

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