ATTRA

AUGUST 15, 2023

By Lee Rinehart, NCAT Agriculture Specialist The garden entrance is protected from groundhogs and deer by a mesh-covered wooden gate. On the Mad Farm, this is enacted through compost and especially the cover crops that occupy space on the gardens each season. I put in the tomatoes on May 21, 11 days after tilling in the green manure.

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Caff

APRIL 22, 2021

Today, Representative Chellie Pingree (D-ME-1) and Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM) introduced the Agriculture Resilience Act (ARA) in Congress, outlining a farmer-focused, research-driven path to net zero agriculture. All of these changes will help California’s diverse agriculture.

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Modern Farmer

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Fertilizer basics The concept of soil fertilization likely extends back 8,000 years, when early farmers added manure and bones to their crops. Nowadays, fertilizers are an essential part of farming, and there are plenty of options: synthetic or organic (think: manure or seaweed), liquid or dry options, and a wide variety of formulations.

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Here are some of the most effective organic amendments: Compost : Compost is one of the most versatile and effective organic amendments for sandy soils. Rich in decomposed plant and animal matter, compost adds essential nutrients, improves soil structure, and enhances microbial activity.

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Kavya Organic Farm

AUGUST 24, 2023

Some examples of fertilising plants organically are; Agricultural waste Manure from livestock Industrial waste However, inorganic fertilisers exist too which are responsible for directly affecting the soil through chemicals. Agricultural products are especially improved by this chemical.

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CalCAN

MAY 17, 2023

billion, the May Revise maintains over $100 million in proposed reductions to climate smart agriculture programs while proposing a climate resilience bond. Flood Relief Funding Despite the continued economic challenges in the state, the May Revise offers some much-needed relief for agricultural communities impacted by the recent flooding.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

JULY 26, 2023

Dairy farmers are working to implement climate-smart manure management practices, and the COWS Act will offer the needed resources to enhance both air and water quality,” said Rob Larew, National Farmers Union President. “Getting the AMMP award sped up our plans to modernize our manure management system by about 10 years.

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Agric4profits

JANUARY 9, 2025

Organic Alfalfa Farming is a sustainable agricultural practice focused on growing alfalfa without synthetic inputs. Organic Alfalfa Farming enhances soil fertility through natural composts, crop rotation, and green manure. It relies on organic methods to maintain soil health and crop productivity.

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Sustainable Harvest International

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

“ “My philosophy has always been that the health of soil, plants, animals, people, and the environment is one.” ” — Rattan Lal, professor of soil science + 2020 World Food Prize Laureate Conventional, or industrial, agriculture uses chemicals to defend crops from weeds, certain insect species, and diseases.

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Cropaia

MAY 25, 2024

Biocharhas gained significant attention in the agricultural sector due to its potential benefits for soil health and sustainability. As part of regenerative agriculture practices, biochar provides a means to improve soil properties, sequester carbon, and enhance overall farm sustainability. What is Biochar?

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CalCAN

APRIL 6, 2023

This blog originally appeared here on the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) website, and is re-posted here with permission. CalCAN is a member of NSAC and played a part in developing the original version of the Agriculture Resilience Act. Farmers across the country are experiencing climate impacts as a crisis.

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Food Tank

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The company composts all fruit scraps, tea, herbs, cultures, and paper towels while also saving over 1,100 gallons of water per day through their recapture system. Boochcraft partners with The Ecology Center for the advancement of regenerative agriculture. In 2016, Rhum J.M Rise & Win Brewing Co.,

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ATTRA

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Justin Duncan, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Recently we held a goat production class out in Luling, Texas, at the marvelous S3 Legacy Ranch. Instead of throwing garden refuse away or composting it, one could instead chop it up and drop it as mulch back into the garden. One question that came up was about feeding them.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Biochar is created by heating biomass, such as forest waste or animal manure, in a low-oxygen environment—a process known as pyrolysis. To contend with these issues, the project composts the poultry litter and combines it with biochar made from forest and sawmill waste and poultry litter. If passed, the bill will authorize the U.S.

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RR2CS

JANUARY 13, 2022

They started Vriend Organic Farm in the 1980s in an effort to get back to their rural roots and rely on organic agriculture methods in the face of industrial food. Instead, they began learning about regenerative agriculture practices and the importance of soil health. per foot, and can also impact riparian zones.

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ATTRA

JANUARY 2, 2024

By Chris Lent, NCAT Agriculture Specialist When I began to see how unique the growing conditions in my high tunnel are compared to open-field growing, I started to think differently about how to maintain soil health and manage soil fertility for high tunnel growing and season extension.

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Modern Farmer

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

She and Rafkin had a goal of adding diversity and value to her family’s farm through organic agriculture, but they found few organic farmers in the area at the time and none that were implementing agroforestry. It allows us to be creative again, which I think we’ve lost in agriculture,” she says.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Food and Agriculture Organization The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organizations latest activity book instills in young learners the idea that everyone should have access to nutritious food to live a happy, active life. Activity BookRight to Foods by the U.N. Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm by Lindsay H.

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Modern Farmer

JULY 10, 2023

The torrent overwhelmed dams, swelled rivers and crumbled levees, inundating entire farming communities, including Lerda-Goni and a dozen other ranches, and reawakening a long-dormant lake lying beneath the vast agricultural region. It was just an insane amount of water in such a short amount of time.”

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Modern Farmer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

While there is plenty of blame to share among us humans, it would be foolish to ignore the role of agriculture in the demise of so many animal and plant species across the globe. Close to 40 percent of the planet’s land and 70 percent of its freshwater is used by agriculture. Nantaise cow in the Loire Valley.

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Civil Eats

JANUARY 8, 2024

This helped them buy their first cache of shared equipment: a tiller, a harrow, a manure spreader, a trailer to move equipment between farms, and a log splitter for heating greenhouses with wood. To get [your mulch or compost] spread in a timely manner was really quite impossible,” said Gonzales-Siemens.

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ATTRA

APRIL 30, 2024

By Chris Lent, NCAT Agriculture Specialist I’ve always found ways to turn “waste materials” into useful resources on the farm fascinating. In November 2023, NCAT Agriculture Specialist Eric Fuchs-Stengel and I had that opportunity. On my farm, I tried to reuse and recycle resources as much as possible to close the off-farm input loop.

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CalCAN

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Crucial Role of Farm Bill Advocacy The farm bill covers a wide range of agriculture and nutrition policy that has a huge impact on how our food is grown and who has access to it, and what resources farmers and ranchers will have for conservation practices, crop insurance, research, and much more.

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Farmbrite

MARCH 14, 2023

How to Prepare For and Get Through GAP Certification Good agricultural practices are paramount for the health a well being of your customers. Good agricultural practices (GAP) certification is a voluntary program that verifies that sound food safety practices are being used. Properly store and contain the manure.

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Civil Eats

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Regenerative Agriculture Alliance (RAA), the nonprofit he founded and now sits on the board of, also plays a key, ongoing role in developing the infrastructure behind the network and has plans to scale it up to extend across the upper portion of the corn belt. ” But the grand vision doesn’t end there. says Christofore.

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Caff

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The event consisted of a tour through the biologically diverse farm and wrapped up with a discussion focused on the regenerative agriculture practices at Vitis and Ovis as well as issues and adaptations that farmer attendees have been dealing with on their own farms. Gisèle Herren of Vitis and Ovis Farm alongside their flock of grazing ducks.

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Sustainable Harvest International

OCTOBER 17, 2023

With support from SHI, Maritza is learning how to make the most of their land by diversifying crops and using organic agricultural methods. In Phase 1 of SHI’s multi-phase program, she quickly learns how to build a plant nursery and compost storage. After the compost turns into soil, it then gets used in the vegetable garden.

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The Counter

APRIL 27, 2022

02 02 Regenerative agriculture needs a reckoning 03 03 When a Big Ag conglomerate buys an iconic niche meat company, who has to change? 04 04 Regenerative agriculture could save soil, water, and the climate. Farmers are giving up much-needed cropland to solar companies, but can the two work in tandem? Here’s how the U.S.

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Agriculture for Life

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (TNAU, Coimbatore INDIA) Hi, this is Dr. Marco Thiruselvam with Green Wave Products and I am going to talk about growing tips with AgriPOWER HGDF. Marco Thiruselvam B.M.E. University Malaya, Malaysia); BMM (JAMA, Japan); Ph.D.,

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Sustainable Food Trust

MAY 16, 2023

We had aspirations to start producing Black Soldier Fly Larvae as an alternative sustainable protein source for our ducks, and to recruit earthworms to compost our duck manure, turning it into a super compost. We hope to continue our work in regenerative agriculture – just give us a minute.

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Caff

JUNE 13, 2023

has not been widely researched, nor have the long term effects on agricultural irrigation sources and soil health. This resource focuses primarily on the last two and the impacts that agricultural producers are facing post-wildfire. Biological Pathogens may include bacteria, parasites, and viruses.

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Farmbrite

JUNE 19, 2023

your state land grant university likely has an agricultural extension program. Preparing the soil usually involves adding organic matter like compost or manure so it will be healthy enough to support plant life.

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Farmbrite

AUGUST 23, 2023

Regardless of the approach, implementing crop rotation is crucial for maintaining soil fertility, minimizing pest and disease issues, and ensuring sustainable agriculture practices. The choice of crop rotation method depends on various factors such as the specific crops grown, soil health, and farm goals.

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Sustainable Harvest International

MAY 4, 2022

They started applying organic fertilizer to their crops, including chicken manure, coffee husks from the annual harvest, and biodegradable waste from the kitchen. They were aware that to embrace organic agriculture, they would need to learn about, improve, and apply certain methods and techniques of conservation.

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Real Agriculture

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio’s Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! Host Shaun Haney checks in with: Ken Schaus of Bruce County, Ont.; Riley Anderson of Red River Valley, Man,; Kris Mayerle of Tisdale, Sask.; and, Todd Hames of Marwayne, Alta. Also hear from eastern.

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Sustainable Food Trust

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Arable soils are losing 40-60% of their organic carbon, whilst 300,000 hectares of UK soil is contaminated by heavy metals, plastics, sewage sludge and manure; further, microplastics, which have “ unknown consequences ”, are pervasive in UK soil and can carry harmful chemicals. Most cropland globally has lost 30-40% of its organic matter.

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Sustainable Food Trust

JUNE 14, 2023

I am only considering them in relation to agricultural crops. By ‘lack of humus’ he is referring to the increasing trend, even then, to dispense with returning organic matter to the soil, for example, in the form of composted farmyard manure, that was made possible by the development of synthetic fertilisers.

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