Food Tank

AUGUST 29, 2023

On a summer day in downtown Salinas, California, a group of farmers, biotechnology start-ups and pesticide corporations gathered to talk about the benefits of biology. While the realm of pesticides and fertilizers has been dominated by chemistry for the past eight decades, it seems like biology may soon have its day.

Pesticide 98

Pesticide Fertilizer Acre Crop 98

Agwired

JUNE 12, 2024

The two awards recognize biotechnology leaders who are driving cutting-edge breakthroughs in agricultural, environmental, and industrial biotechnology. potato can also reduce the environmental impact of the growing process without as many fertilizers and pesticides needed to maintain the potato during storage.

biotechnology 45

biotechnology Technology Yield Pesticide 45

NASDA

JULY 10, 2023

Apple Association U.S. Canola Association Western Growers Date Sent: July 10, 2023 Sender: Agricultural Coalition Recipient: U.S. House and Senate Committees on Agriculture Leadership Subject: Plant-Incorporated Protectants Rule Download File The post Letter Regarding Plant-Incorporated Protectants Rule appeared first on NASDA.

Seeding 130

Seeding Crop Science Minor Crop 130

Farmbrite

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Soil Health : Advanced soil sensors can measure critical factors like moisture levels, pH balance, and nutrient content, enabling farmers to fine-tune fertilizer use. Farmers saving 30% on fertilizer costs and boosting crop yields by up to 10% are not uncommon with these insights.

Farming 63

Farming Farming Technology Yield 63

Food Environment and Reporting Network

MAY 28, 2024

It alleges that Mexico’s decree constitutes a trade violation that infringes on the superseding rights of US farmers and biotechnology companies. Washington’s response reflects the corporate capture of the US regulatory system,” said Fernando Bejarano, director of the Action Network on Pesticides and their Alternatives in Mexico.

Maize 143

Maize Science Food Crop 143

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This would further enable farmers to drastically cut pesticide use and increase habitat availability for a wide range of species. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions means moving away from the use of high-energy and polluting nitrogenous fertilizers. A better system would allow farmers to diversify the range of species they produce.

Seeding 115

Seeding Agriculture Agriculture Food 115