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Nutrient deficiencies and their symptoms

Cropaia

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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Precision Ag News 10/31

Agwired

farmers are using a new solution to treat soil compaction – a problem that affects over 68 million acres of farmland and significantly reduces crop yields. Three years of independent field trials have confirmed significant yield boosts of up to 34 percent in a multitude of crops, with an 86 percent win rate.

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

Modern Farmer

The rock powder, usually basalt, is often scavenged from local mines or quarries, where it exists as a waste by-product. Studies show that volcanic rock dust can raise the pH of overworked soils, improving productivity. Rauch was worried about seeding, soil compaction and whether he’d end up with one giant gravel pile.

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Soil organisms – promoting soil health

Cropaia

Improving Soil Structure Organisms play a critical role in improving soil structure, both by breaking compacted soil and by stabilizing soil aggregates. Soil compaction reduces the pore space between soil particles, impeding the movement of water, air, and roots through the soil.