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Why Vertical Farms are Producing More Nutritious Crops

Agritecture Blog

This degree of control over plant nutrient supply means that the fertilization strategies are designed to match the plant needs for all 14 essential plant nutrients throughout the growth period. 3: Tailoring The Development Of Genetic Varieties Vindara argues that the difference is in the seeds.

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Changing How We Farm Might Protect Wild Mammals—and Fight Climate Change

Civil Eats

They disperse seeds, pollinate, and transfer nutrients across landscapes, supporting healthy plant populations, and they alter their environments in ways that enhance biodiversity. For instance, mountain lions, deer, coyotes, foxes, and bobcats can die by ingesting bait meant for pests or by eating pesticide-contaminated prey.

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2023 Ag Tech Awards of Excellence

Agwired

The company’s award-winning nanoliquid solutions leverage sophisticated nanoparticles to make liquid agricultural products more effective at plant absorption and dramatically increase crop-yield and profits for farmers while enhancing the sustainability of the soil.

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To Reverse a Troubling Trend, Farmers Are Adding Rocks to Their Fields

Modern Farmer

However, the topsoil is powerless to counteract the acidifying effect of ammonia-based fertilizers. Rauch was worried about seeding, soil compaction and whether he’d end up with one giant gravel pile. While these Midwest conditions may sound ideal for farming, years of tilling and heavy fertilizer use have taken their toll.

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Walmart’s ‘Regenerative Foodscape’

Civil Eats

But what many of the projects share is a recognition that commodity production that prioritizes yields and profits above all else has harmed the country’s landscape and people. Over the past 30 years, one reason that model has come to dominate the food system is the unprecedented demands of a company like no other: Walmart.

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Can Agriculture Kick Its Plastic Addiction?

Civil Eats

Black polyethylene “mulch film” gets tucked snugly around crop rows, clear plastic sheeting covers hoop houses, and most farmers use plastic seed trays, irrigation tubes, and fertilizer bags. As contamination rose, crop yields fell by 15 percent. plastics policy.

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How to Better Understand and Manage Farm Losses

Farmbrite

But still, you'll decide to plant your crops. If the above factors strike, you will lose the resources you spend tilling the land, planting, and fertilizing. Some fundamental decisions include the crop, seeding rate, and fertilizer levels. Additionally, the production equipment is a source of losses.

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