Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Wheat is one of the world’s most essential staple crops, providing essential carbohydrates and nutrients for a significant portion of the global population. To ensure a successful wheat production and maximize yields, it is crucial to implement best practices in wheat management throughout the growing season.

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Cropaia

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach to farming that seeks to restore and revitalize the land while improving crop yields and overall farm profitability. This means increased crop yields and reduced inputs like fertilizers and pesticides.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Organic Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) The OREI program awards funds for research conducted on certified organic land to address production, marketing, and socioeconomic constraints on the growth of the organic sector and to elevate the economic and social benefits of organic farming.

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Cropaia

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Success in potato production hinges on informed practices in soil management, nutrient application, and integrated pest and disease control. This guide outlines the essential agronomic considerations for optimizing yield and quality in potato crops. Tuber quality and shape: Soil texture affects tuber skin quality and shape.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Experts say that what happens in Nebraska affects food production globally , all due to the dependence on products from right in our backyard. Sorghum flour has local roots, as the crop sorghum is grown and harvested at farms all across the Great Plains. The agricultural industry makes up one in four jobs in the state.

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Real Agriculture

JULY 15, 2024

New developments in testing are expected to provide soybean growers with valuable information to fend off yield-robbing root rot caused by the water mould known as Phytophthora sojae.

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Farmers utilize a range of modern toolsfrom task management applications and drones that monitor crop health to sensors and software that help forecast yields. Farmers saving 30% on fertilizer costs and boosting crop yields by up to 10% are not uncommon with these insights.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

JULY 14, 2023

The question of how to diversify farm production is closely linked with the question of expanding access to land. Who manages land determines which scientific perspectives, crop choices, traditions, and skills shape the landscape, with profound implications for its ecological sustainability.

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Agwired

AUGUST 3, 2023

Group 2 herbicides are commonly used to manage weeds in cereal and other crop rotations and can persist in the soil for months following use.

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AGRIVI

JUNE 21, 2023

Food production is facing a multitude of global challenges that demand immediate attention and innovative solutions. As the world’s population continues to grow, resources become increasingly scarce, and environmental concerns intensify , the need for sustainable and resilient food production practices becomes paramount.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 15, 2023

There’s a possible yield benefit for peas following wheat in a crop rotation rather than canola, according to research done through the University of Manitoba. Read More

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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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Modern Farmer

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

During this transition period, yields can drop and farmers can still be years away from a return. The chemical products that many farmers use are very effective in terms of terminating weeds or plants that they don’t want in their system. The investment of time is not without risk. There [are] some infrastructure issues.

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Farmbrite

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

As a farmer, you know that climate change can greatly affect your crops and their yield. Here are some tips on how to measure and track climate impact on farm productivity: Keep Accurate and Detailed Records The first step to measuring and tracking the impact of climate change on your farm is to keep accurate and detailed records.

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

While there may be concerns about potential short-term yield reductions during this transition, these practices offer long-term benefits for soil health, environmental sustainability, and overall farm resilience. Yield reduction may be a result of a reduction in nutrient availability (e.g.,

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Agwired

MAY 21, 2024

Syngenta’s Tyler Harp at 2024 Commodity Classic With ear rots becoming more common and stealing more corn yield, Syngenta has some recommendations for managing mycotoxins and maximizing silage return on investment. Syngenta technical product lead said. “We This results in benefits to corn production. “In

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World Agri-Tech

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Using new MoAs and different methods of controlling the weeds such as manual weeding or crop rotations are crucial to addressing the challenge of resistant weeds and ensuring the sustainability of crop protection solutions.

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Nutrients and irrigation speed up crop development, increase crop yield and prevent contamination. Soil tests analyze nutrient levels, pH, organic matter, and other key factors, offering valuable insights into the soil's capacity to support the crops you're attempting to grow. Just match it the best you can.

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Food Tank

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Poor soils can cut crop yields by up to 50 percent—which, if we’re not careful, could result in more soil being tilled to grow more crops, which degrades more soil, which pushes us closer to climate catastrophe. And that has direct impacts on our food supply and climate. We’re seeing the power of storytelling, too.

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Cropaia

JULY 30, 2023

Optimizing plant nutrition is a fundamental aspect of successful crop production. Nutrient deficiencies can significantly impact crop health and productivity, leading to reduced yields and compromised plant defenses against diseases and pests. What are the common symptoms of nutrient deficiencies in crops?

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As we venture further into the pool, farmers may achieve increased biodiversity and water quality by incorporating more complicated strategies and Indigenous approaches like diversified crop rotations and agroforestry. In the deep end, outcomes are sought to benefit the farmers and stewards of whole landscapes themselves.

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World Agri-Tech

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Using new MoAs and different methods of controlling the weeds such as manual weeding or crop rotations are crucial to addressing the challenge of resistant weeds and ensuring the sustainability of crop protection solutions.

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Agriculture for Life

JANUARY 12, 2021

When striving to grow lush, healthy plants that produce favourable yields, soil nutrient quality must be high. However, soil nutrients are often quickly depleted due to natural elements, poor farming practices, and inappropriate fertilizer product selections. These high-performing products are developed to improve soil health.

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Farmbrite

MARCH 13, 2024

Organize and Manage Farm Work More Effectively Organizing and managing farm work efficiently is essential for maximizing productivity and ensuring the smooth operation of your farm. By implementing these strategies and staying organized, you can effectively manage farm work and increase productivity on your farm. Happy Farming!

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AGRIVI

MAY 22, 2024

The most important question for agriculture is how to continue to produce more but better, how to tackle climate change while achieving higher productivity. It also monitors environmental factors like soil health, weather, and crop performance, allowing farmers to adapt practices in real-time, leading to enhanced yields and crop resilience.

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Civil Eats

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Funding] should focus more on paying farmers to switch to more drought-tolerant crops, to incorporate conservation crop rotations and to adopt other conservation practices that make their operations more resilient to climate change.” And it grows well in the arid West, where there is a lot of sunshine.

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World Agri-Tech

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Increasing crop yields while improving soil and watershed health requires understanding how agriculture management interacts with local environmental conditions. To date, this research remains fragmented and limited in scope.

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ATTRA

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

I’ve seen the synthesis of diversity, in plants and practice, stimulate ecosystem processes to yield the benefits that have accrued to this feral garden. Plant a cover crop and, bingo, you’re a regenerative farmer. We know that industrial monocultures achieve high yields for global markets. By Andy Clark. SARE Outreach, 2015.

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Civil Eats

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

million (among other grants) to help farmers change their practices and launch a “regenerative foodscape” and is involved in a $80 million USDA-supported project on climate-smart rice production. If you don’t say yes, they pull your product.” If you don’t say yes, they pull your product.” Then, they’ll lower it every few years.

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Agriculture for Life

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

And, finding the right balance between maintaining profitable production yields and implementing new farming techniques can feel risky. Additionally, EEFs are known for improving crop productivity as well as enhancing plant health. However, it’s not impossible. Featured image by Alejandro Barrón from Pexels

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Cropaia

APRIL 29, 2023

Farmers widely use pesticides for controlling pest populations and diseases in agricultural production systems. However, resistance to pesticides is a significant problem in agriculture, resulting in lower crop yields and increased pesticide use, which can have negative environmental and health impacts.

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Sustainable Food Trust

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Assurance: certifying avocados More and more consumers are searching out products that reflect their values, including trying to source more sustainable avocados. The British public increasingly demonstrate the desire for transparent information to better understand the origin of their products.

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Agritecture Blog

MAY 3, 2023

Importantly, many farmers also argue that profitability can be significantly increased due to lowered reliance on expensive chemical inputs, thanks to techniques such as crop rotation, holistic grazing, and cover cropping that can add nutrients back to the soil. Controlled Environment Agriculture A CEA farm growing tomatoes.

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DTN

JUNE 26, 2023

For example, the benefits of no-till or conservation tilling have been known for decades, and cover crops are a common method of improving soil health, increasing organic matter, and reducing erosion and nutrient loss. The USDA cover crop chart can also help producers choose which cover crops to plant.

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Farmbrite

JULY 18, 2024

Selecting the right type of hay for your livestock is a critical decision that can significantly impact their health, growth, and productivity. Protein Protein is an essential building block for all animals to maintain their health, growth, and productivity. There isn't a one-size-fits-all when growing hay.

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Farmbrite

AUGUST 16, 2023

Polyculture differs from monoculture, which involves growing one crop at a time over an entire field. Plus, by implementing polyculture and planting several crops together at once, you can improve your soil quality over time and increase your yields. Polycultures can increase yields compared to monocultures.

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Civil Eats

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Rubba visits all the farms that supply the restaurant, asking about their crop rotations , soil health practices, and how the farmworkers are treated. “I If there are more people engaged in production of ancestral foods, they actually begin to consume those foods again,” said Honn about the Jurana communities.

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