Food Tank

JANUARY 10, 2025

Now that he raises pigs, he can apply nutrient-rich solid manure to the familys grain fields, helping to build soil health further and reduce the use of synthetic fertilizersa benefit for both the environment and his wallet. Grain farming is very rewarding, but there’s basically zero contact with consumers, says Hutton.

Livestock 98

Livestock Ranching Poultry Manure 98

Civil Eats

MAY 15, 2024

a number of scientists are pointing to one factor that could be driving the spread of its virus and its spillover from wild birds to farm animals. Waterfowl—ducks, geese, and swans—are the primary host of the viruses, and large animal agriculture facilities are often found in close proximity to their remaining wetland habitats.

Poultry 144

Poultry Cattle Agriculture Agriculture 144

Civil Eats

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The EPA also reported lower nitrous oxide emissions from feedlot manure, captured in manure lagoons, “which are major sources of both methane and nitrous oxide,” said Lilliston. “So, “So, when you have fewer cows, you’re going to have fewer enteric [fermentation] emissions coming from the cow itself.” And it’s not just methane.

Agriculture 140

Agriculture Agriculture Fertilizer Cattle 140

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

MAY 10, 2024

Expands the types of “new or innovative conservation approaches” funded through On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials to include on-farm nutrient recycling, perennial production systems including agroforestry and perennial forages and grain crops, and livestock-related practices that reduce GHG emissions including enteric methane emissions.

Ruralism 111

Ruralism Food Farming Farming 111

Food Tank

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The organization introduces beneficial plants called green manure/cover crops which fertilize the soil, control weeds, and respond to periods of drought. Their work tackles a range of food systems issues including food equity, animal agriculture, urbanization, food waste, seafood, and healthy and sustainable diets.

Food 145

Food Agriculture Agriculture Seeding 145

Modern Farmer

JULY 12, 2024

Meanwhile, in the Netherlands, the same farmers struggling with the effects of climate change, like drought, are revolting against stricter regulations on pollution from livestock manure. It turns out that Democratic policies weren’t good then either, and our family ended up losing our farm.”

Cultivation 65

Cultivation Cattle Science Ranching 65

Food Tank

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The initiative aims to triple the productivity of smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa in 20 years by promoting green manure and cover crops that restore soil health, combat drought, and enhance farm resilience.

Food 139

Food Agriculture Agriculture Ruralism 139