Food Tank

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

They grow a variety of crops including corn, soybeans, rye, wheat, sorghum, and peas; pasture-raise pigs for specialty meat company Niman Ranch; and care for chickens, sheep, ducks, geese, alpacas, and numerous cats—in addition to raising two young children and running a farm stay experience. In fact, now I am a regenerative farmer.”

Farming 116

Farming Farming Ranching Pasture 116

Civil Eats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The freight trucks, locomotives, and inland barges that transport bulk harvested commodity crops and livestock significantly add to agriculture’s CO2 emissions. 1) Agrochemical production consumes fossil fuels to generate pesticides, fertilizers, and other inputs. commercial and industrial fossil fuel gas. Fertilizer

Pesticide 115

Pesticide Fertilizer Industrial Agriculture Food 115

ATTRA

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The University of Zurich reports that inoculating the soil with mycorrhizal fungi can help maintain or even improve yields without the use of additional fertilizers or pesticides. “The mycorrhizal fungi act as a kind of protective shield against pathogens in the soil that would weaken the plants.”

Crop Yield 75

Crop Yield Yield Crop Pesticide 75

Food Environment and Reporting Network

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Their app, called Plantix, could near-instantaneously diagnose a crop pest or disease simply by looking at a photo of the plant. If successful, Strey says a little sheepishly in the clip, Plantix would “save the environment by using less pesticides.” A farmer uses the Plantix app to diagnose crop pests and disease.

Pesticide 79

Pesticide Crop Agriculture Agriculture 79

NASDA

JANUARY 30, 2024

Or it could lead to less use of inputs and, without the use of pesticides, farmers can lose up to 80% of their crops annually due to pests and disease. Without the savings from the MTB, it could lead to increased prices of final agricultural commodities, raising the cost of food and jeopardizing global competitiveness.

Supply Chain 130

Supply Chain Manufacturing Production Fertilizer 130

Agric4profits

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Jute plants grow quickly, with a harvest period of about 4-6 months, making it an excellent crop for seasonal farming. Jute is a rain-fed crop, requiring minimal pesticides and fertilizers compared to other commercial crops.

Farming 52

Farming Farming Pesticide Fertilizer 52

Agric4profits

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Organic Mango Farming focuses on growing mangoes without synthetic chemicals or harmful pesticides. It emphasizes natural methods to maintain soil fertility and plant health, ensuring that mangoes are produced in a sustainable and eco-friendly way.

Crop Rotation 59

Crop Rotation Farming Farming Pesticide 59

Modern Farmer

JANUARY 15, 2024

Basements and garages have long been fertile ground for innovation, with a host of well-known companies including Apple, Amazon and Harley-Davidson tracing back to humble residential roots. It’s a great gateway crop,” says Don DiLillo, owner of Finest Foods in Huntington, New York, for ushering in a new breed of novice farmers.

Cultivation 96

Cultivation Crop Real Estate Food 96

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.

Agriculture 97

Agriculture Agriculture Farming Farming 97

Agric4profits

JANUARY 3, 2025

Farmers avoid synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, instead using organic alternatives such as compost, cover crops, and… Read More » Complete Practical Guide on Organic Apples Farming It uses natural methods to promote soil health, control pests, and maintain biodiversity while yielding high-quality fruits.

Farming 59

Farming Farming Compost Ecology 59

Civil Eats

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Farmers are having to adjust what they grow and how they grow it, and people all along the food chainfrom the workers who harvest the crops to the consumers who eat themfeel the effects. The EPAs annual emissions report points to declines in cattle numbers and fertilizer use, data that could inform major climate events this fall.

Pesticide 85

Pesticide Seeding Greenhouse Crop 85

ATTRA

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Farmers all over the United States are changing the way they farm to boost soil health, use less water, and reduce fertilizer and pesticide use. Lighthouse Herb’n Farm is located at the base of Palomar Mountain in San Diego and is run by Damian Valdez and Jaime Williamson.

Farming 105

Farming Farming Crop Rural Development 105

Agric4profits

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Organic pepper farming focuses on cultivating peppers without synthetic chemicals or pesticides, ensuring healthier produce. Organic pepper farming encourages biodiversity by incorporating companion planting, crop rotation, and organic fertilizers. This sustainable approach benefits both the environment and consumers.

Crop Rotation 52

Crop Rotation Farming Farming Pesticide 52

AgriLife Today

MARCH 11, 2024

Will feature turfgrass best management practices, pesticide and fertilizer application calculation workshop The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will offer a turfgrass management program for local landscape professionals on March 22 in New Braunfels.

Pesticide 72

Pesticide Fertilizer Science Crop 72

Agric4profits

JULY 31, 2024

Organic agriculture techniques are methods used to grow crops and raise livestock without synthetic chemicals, such as pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.

Agriculture 59

Agriculture Agriculture Pesticide Fertilizer 59

AGRIVI

JULY 13, 2023

Monitoring and managing weather risks and pests in a timely manner is crucial to minimize crop damage and ensure sustainable production. AGRIVI FMS incorporates weather and pests stack to help farmers manage weather risks and pest outbreaks.

Agriculture 98

Agriculture Agriculture Supply Chain Pesticide 98

Cropin Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Digital transformation in the crop protection industry is key to overcoming food production and pest management challenges. Optimized use of agri-input resources via constant monitoring of precision agriculture using crop monitoring systems and smart agriculture practices can result in higher yields at a reduced cost of production.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Crop Pesticide Fertilizer 52

Modern Farmer

JANUARY 9, 2024

Much more than just a crop, corn has been a fundamental part of Mexican life since time immemorial, with the Mayan sacred text the Popol Vuh relating that the creator gods Tepeu and Gucumatz formed the first human beings from maíz , as corn is known in Spanish. A kaleidoscope of native corn varieties, plus colorful beans in a range of shades.

Crop 86

Crop Plantation Seeding Agriculture 86

Agric4profits

JULY 31, 2024

Conventional farming, also known as industrial or modern agriculture, utilizes synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs to maximize crop yields

Agriculture 52

Agriculture Agriculture Crop Yield Pesticide 52

Agric4profits

JULY 31, 2024

Organic agriculture practices focus on cultivating crops and raising livestock using natural processes. This method avoids synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides,

Agriculture 52

Agriculture Agriculture Pesticide Cultivation 52

Food Tank

AUGUST 29, 2023

On a summer day in downtown Salinas, California, a group of farmers, biotechnology start-ups and pesticide corporations gathered to talk about the benefits of biology. While the realm of pesticides and fertilizers has been dominated by chemistry for the past eight decades, it seems like biology may soon have its day.

Pesticide 98

Pesticide Fertilizer Acre Crop 98

Agric4profits

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Organic Watermelon Farming focuses on growing watermelons without synthetic chemicals or pesticides, promoting natural and eco-friendly methods. It ensures that crops thrive in harmony with the environment, benefiting both consumers and farmers.

Farming 52

Farming Farming Compost Pesticide 52

UnderstandingAg

MAY 3, 2024

This sets up a situation where a pesticide treatment may be needed, which knocks out beneficial biology that could keep pathogens in check, which leads to a downward spiral of degradation. Improving nitrogen management would reduce our reliance on pesticides, and the entire system would function better. Most N demand is in midsummer.

Pesticide 82

Pesticide Crop Manure Fertilizer 82

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This translates to healthier food and a healthier environment and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. This analysis found that AFRI has historically funded low levels of organic research, while the Specialty Crop Research Initiative (SCRI) has been erratic in supporting organic research projects.

Food 111

Food Seeding Poultry Crop 111

Civil Eats

MAY 6, 2024

But the crop-free plantings have had another effect, Farquhar explained. Additionally, the diversity of Farquhar’s crops and the chemical-free nature of his farm also attracted and supported small mammals, he said. “We For example, bats are voracious predators of insects that damage crops. And that’s not the only bad news.

Farming 117

Farming Farming Pesticide Agriculture 117

Agric4profits

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Organic cocoyam farming involves growing cocoyam without synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. Organic cocoyam farming supports healthier crops and the environment. Organic cocoyam farming can improve local food security by offering a nutritious staple crop.

Farming 45

Farming Farming Pesticide Fertilizer 45

Farmbrite

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It's all about planting a whole bunch of different crops together in the same field. In this system, every crop gets its moment in the spotlight, ensuring everything is sustainable and eco-friendly. In this system, every crop gets its moment in the spotlight, ensuring everything is sustainable and eco-friendly.

Farming 86

Farming Farming Crop Pesticide 86

Agritecture Blog

MARCH 9, 2023

We often hear about vertical farms using water sustainably, 95% less than traditional open field harvesting, to provide superior tasting crops. The key here is the freshness of the crops. This time saved in travel is also nutritional value preserved in the crops. These do not impact CEA growers in the same way, if at all.”

Vertical Farming 52

Vertical Farming Crop Farming Farming 52

Food Tank

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Specialty crop export and global food trade are still only a minor part of the worlds food story. Local manufacturing of bio-inputs including fertilizers, bio- pesticides, and inoculants is booming. Remember that family farms continue to feed 70 percent of the worlds population.

Agroecology 107

Agroecology Marketing Food Finance 107

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. From precision farming techniques using GPS-guided tractors to the use of drones for crop monitoring, technology is transforming how farmers manage their land.

Farming 75

Farming Farming Technology Yield 75

Sustainable Harvest International

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Sustainable Farming Increases Income Many family farmers struggle to afford inputs such as chemical fertilizers and pesticides that they have been taught to use, even though the money spend on these takes away from their ability to meet basic needs. SHI-Panama farmer Mara Gonzles tends to her crops on her agroforestry farm.

Farming 52

Farming Farming Compost Agroecology 52

Modern Farmer

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Its foundation relies on resource-intensive commodity crop production, which needs the majority of fertile lands to feed animals kept in confined spaces. These crops are also the largest consumer of increasingly scarce river water in the Western United States. But a closer look at our food system reveals many challenges.

Farming 96

Farming Farming Ecology Food 96

AGRIVI

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

With rising prices, particularly in fertilizers, farmers are faced with the challenge of making sure every dollar spent on inputs delivers a return. Variable-Rate Input Application (VRA) Variable-rate technology (VRA) is revolutionizing the farming world by enabling farmers to apply inputs like fertilizers and pesticides more efficiently.

Agriculture 52

Agriculture Agriculture Pesticide Fertilizer 52

NASDA

JULY 10, 2023

This rule will disproportionally stifle innovation by publicly supported federal and academic plant breeders and smaller plant breeding companies, inhibiting their development of new varieties, particularly of specialty and other smaller acreage crops. These characteristics have been sought after by plant breeders for centuries.

Seeding 130

Seeding Crop Science Minor Crop 130

The Equation

JUNE 13, 2023

Human activities can alter the distribution and abundance of soil microorganisms, especially by changing how food is grown: for example, by changing the quantities of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides used, or by growing the same crops on the same fields year after year.

Food 117

Food Production Farming Farming 117

Civil Eats

DECEMBER 4, 2023

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. These synthetic polymer products have often been used to help boost yields up to 60 percent and make water and pesticide use more efficient.

Agriculture 131

Agriculture Agriculture Supply Chain Production 131

DTN

JULY 24, 2023

Measuring a farm’s carbon footprint is not as simple as saying, “Cover crops were used, so that grain’s sustainably grown.” 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.

Farming 98

Farming Farming Crop Rotation Grain 98