Environment-News-The Economic Times - Seite 4 
AI robots fill in for weed killers and farm hands
Oblivious to the punishing midday heat, a wheeled robot powered by the sun and infused with artificial intelligence carefully combs a cotton field in California, plucking out weeds. - Aigen has robots running in tomato, cotton, and sugar beet fields, and touts the technology's ability to weed without damaging the crops.
Agroforestry push: Centre issues model rules to ease tree felling on farmland, boost legal timber trade
To boost agroforestry and simplify tree felling on farms, the Centre has introduced model rules easing procedures for farmers. These rules aim to increase tree cover, support climate goals, and double farmer incomes. The new framework streamlines permissions, improves traceability, and integrates trees into farming systems, fostering a legal and export-ready timber ecosystem.
Asia warming twice as fast as global average
Asia is warming at nearly twice the global average, with the 1991-2024 trend significantly higher than 1961-1990. This rapid warming fuels extreme weather events, impacting economies and ecosystems. In 2024, the region experienced intense heatwaves, glacier mass loss, and marine heatwaves, posing a threat to water availability and overall stability.
Madhya Pradesh: 5 Kuno cheetahs spotted near Morena dam
In Madhya Pradesh's Morena district, a group of five cheetahs was observed casually crossing a road near Pagara Dam, creating excitement among morning walkers. These cheetahs, originating from Kuno National Park, journeyed through Kailaras before arriving in the Jaura area. Forest officials have advised residents to stay vigilant as the animals are monitored.