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Getting the Biologically Integrated Orchard Systems (BIOS) demonstration project off the ground!

Caff

CAFF’s Ecological Farming team has been busy the past several weeks setting up the Biologically Integrated Orchards Systems (BIOS) project at six demonstration sites located in the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys. “ Why take cover crop samples? “ Why take cover crop samples?”, ”, you might ask.

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BIOS Field Day at Chinchiolo Farms

Caff

Emily Ayala and Hanna Kahl introduce CAFF and the Ecological Pest Management Program. After a very wet winter, attendees enjoyed the nice weather as they gathered in the orchard to discuss a novel mower prototype, pruning, and nematode management. Attendees gather in the cover cropped orchard to watch the mower demo.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Woolly Aphids

Kavya Organic Farm

In this article, we will delve into the world of woolly aphids, exploring their behavior, lifecycle, ecological impact, specific control methods, and additional preventive measures to effectively manage and protect our green spaces. Vegetables Although less common, some vegetable crops can also be affected by woolly aphids.

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The Pawpaw, a Beloved Native Fruit, Could Seed a More Sustainable Future for Small Farms

Civil Eats

Meanwhile, research and plant breeding efforts are underway to explore and expand its potential as a sustainable low-input, high-value crop that could figure into the future of small farms throughout the eastern U.S. He grows blackberries, kiwi berries, persimmons, and figs, which were his primary crop until pawpaws took the mantle.

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Can a Farm Generate Solar Power and Blueberries at Once?

Daily Yonder

The hard hat is a minor inconvenience for Sweetland, but is emblematic of a broader question that researchers have been studying on this farm: How can agricultural lands support both crops and solar panels without hurting the other’s bottom line? The technology is there, he said, but there are two main challenges.

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Whole-Orchard Nutrient Management & On-Farm Composting at Heartwood Farms

Caff

(Photo by Miguel Alvarez) The event, coordinated by Emma Centeno, took place against a whimsical backdrop of towering walnut trees – aged almost 45 years – interspersed with lush stands of blooming cover crop that rivaled people in height. The compost created from ground-up walnut prunings and cover crop mowings.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Woolly Aphids

Kavya Organic Farm

In this article, we will delve into the world of woolly aphids, exploring their behavior, lifecycle, ecological impact, specific control methods, and additional preventive measures to effectively manage and protect our green spaces. Vegetables Although less common, some vegetable crops can also be affected by woolly aphids.

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