Cropaia

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Crop rotation is a common agronomic practice that involves the systematic sequencing of different crops in a specific field over several seasons. This technique aims to enhance soil fertility, control pests and diseases, and optimize crop yield.

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Crop Rotation Crop Crop Yield Agriculture 53

DTN

JULY 24, 2023

Two neighbors, Farmer A and Farmer B: both farm 1,000 acres and use the same crop rotation schedule. Farmer A tills 30% of their fields, uses cover crops on 20%, and applies anhydrous ammonia. Farmer B tills 50% of their fields, uses cover crops on 40%, and uses stable nitrogen sources. Consider this scenario.

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Nutrients and irrigation speed up crop development, increase crop yield and prevent contamination. Healthy Crops Start with Your Soil The foundation of healthy crops begins with healthy soil. To cultivate robust crops, understanding the soil's condition is vital, which is where soil testing comes in.

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Fertilizer Compost Crop Farming 75

Civil Eats

JANUARY 29, 2025

The early settlers had been promised soil so rich theyd be able to throw seed on the ground and crops would grow, but the soil, weather, and climate were much different and less forgiving than what they expected. Wheat is still the main crop in the area, and sorghum is also still produced today.

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