Category: Soil Nutrition
Climate projects funded by MSU
In Michigan, four research and outreach projects have been funded through the new Agricultural Climate Resiliency Program.
BioTek Ag acquired by Custom Agronomics
Custom Agronomics has acquired BioTek Ag to expand its focus on nutrient use efficiency products.
Bland Farms’ sweet success
Long before the family name became synonymous with the iconic Vidalia sweet onion, the Bland family was known for other crops.
OFRF adds Spanish organic resource web page
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) is offering a free online course in Spanish, to emphasize the importance of improving soil health for raising crops.
Summer cover crops: A matter of timing, seed choice
It’s easy for Ajay Nair, professor in Iowa State University’s Department of Agriculture, to point out the reasons growers should include cover crops in their planning process. He’s seen the results of increased microbial diversity add to the richness of the soil.
Veg Connections: Using clover as a cover crop
Using clover as a cover crop. Read how managing weeds, improving soil health plastic mulch management continue to be priorities for vegetable farmers.
Going greens: Baker Farms finds success in timely switch
Family and a dedication to producing distinctive crops are parts of the recipe of success for Baker Farms LLC.
Georgia ag commissioner sets Vidalia shipping date
Vidalia Onion Committee, Vidalia onions, onions,
Weather, geopolitics influence fertilizer markets
After sharp spikes in fertilizer prices in 2022, farmers saw some relief last year as prices stabilized.
Study looks at cover crops, plastic in organic growing
The Rodale Institute California Organic Center has preliminary results from its 2021 study exploring cover crops as an alternative to black plastic mulch in organic vegetable systems.
Water saving irrigation pivot sensor introduced
irrigation efficiencies, Reinke Irrigation, CropX Technologies, water, water management, sustainability, soil health
Urban grower’s plots help feed neighborhood
Urban grower’s plots help feed neighborhoods. Read about CJ’s Produce in Savannah grows vegetables in planter boxes and backyard plots.
Avoiding errors helps Leger & Son successfully grow watermelons
Leger & Son watermelon soil health pests disease water irrigation soil tests cucurbit rotation honeybees pollination grower profile
Online, in-person events focus on soil health
Washington State University will co-host a series of events across the state in February to advance soil health practices and knowledge. SoilCon, now in its fourth year, is a free resource for agricultural professionals to learn science-based soil health information.
Commentary: 5 AgTech trends to watch in 2024
Of all the 2024 trends in digital agriculture, the role played by Gen AI, or generative AI, is likely to be one of the most significant.
California to growers: What is ‘regenerative?’
With companies increasingly using the term “regenerative” to sell their products, there’s also growing pressure to nail down what this latest farming buzzword means.
Microbial crop trial program finishes at ProGro BIO
ProGro BIO microbial crop trial program Rhizol sweet potatoes onions tomatoes
Plan ahead when considering cover crop mixes
cover crop mixes crop rotations
Researchers attack emerging threat to watermelon, cucumber production
cucurbits anthracnose melons pumpkin squash cucumbers insect pests plant diseases University of Georgia