Food Tank

DECEMBER 11, 2024

And yet, what we have learned from our African colleagues is that without simultaneously investing in healthy local markets, these investments in sustainable production are likely to fall short. When considering the amount of food and land under climate resilient food production, the carbon reduction is significant.

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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.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This translates to healthier food and a healthier environment and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. It addresses a critical need for organic producers who often lack access to cultivars optimized for their production methods.

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The Equation

MARCH 28, 2023

These side effects are what economists call “externalities,” and they are consequences of business activities that are not accounted for by the price of the product sold. But cropland retirement also means a decrease in pesticide, synthetic fertilizers, and water use that can bring significant environmental and local public health benefits.

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Cropaia

DECEMBER 19, 2023

At its core, it’s about working with nature, rather than against it, to achieve sustainable and resilient food production. This means increased crop yields and reduced inputs like fertilizers and pesticides. By building fertile, self-sustaining soil, farmers can cut costs significantly.

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Farmbrite

MARCH 28, 2024

There's no doubt that modern technology has given us the tools to make our farming operations more efficient and productive. Luckily, we’ve done the research and broken down the top tips for increasing efficiency and productivity on your farm. Adjust grazing areas as needed to maintain pasture health and productivity.

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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.

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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.

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Food Tank

JULY 26, 2024

They fish for two weeks at a time and store 1,500 metric tons of frozen and dry products onboard. We make fewer trips in and out of port, meaning less fuel per ton of finished product. Since we process everything onboard immediately after catch, we maximize product quality while avoiding the need for extra processing or shipping.

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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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The Equation

JUNE 13, 2023

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) teamed up with our partners at the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition and Representative Chellie Pingree ’s office to weigh in on the scope of the study, highlighting the need to examine the impact of different agricultural production systems.

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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.

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 19, 2023

It starts with governments having a plan to transform their food systems in ways that incentivize the production, distribution and consumption of foods that are good for health and good for the environment. Food production and supply indicators mostly omit aquatic and wild foods. And we know what is needed to turn food systems around.

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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.

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Soil Health : Advanced soil sensors can measure critical factors like moisture levels, pH balance, and nutrient content, enabling farmers to fine-tune fertilizer use. Farmers saving 30% on fertilizer costs and boosting crop yields by up to 10% are not uncommon with these insights. This hampers productivity instead of enhancing it.

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Food Tank

OCTOBER 11, 2023

According to a study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production and Beverages , the production of alcoholic beverages can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, and water depletion. It also reveals that the production cultivation of barley and hops is responsible for most of the environmental impact of beer.

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Farmbrite

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

We all know that farming can be a challenging gig, but with a few nifty tricks up your sleeve, you can turn your farm into a powerhouse of productivity and fun. In this article, we'll share the top 10 tips to boost your farm's efficiency, productivity, and yields – all with a dash of farm flair! Don't let your soil get stuck in a rut.

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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. Fertile agricultural soils should be used to grow diverse, nutritious crops for humans. But a closer look at our food system reveals many challenges.

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Caff

JULY 28, 2024

In this blog post, I’ll share insights and lessons learned from a workshop I attended regarding the practice of pile burning for biochar production, and also introduce the benefits and limitations of biochar use. The repeated application of biochar over many years turned these nutrient-poor soils into fertile agricultural land.

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Civil Eats

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

He was paid to plant it by the Olmsted County Groundwater Protection and Soil Health Program , a local effort that seeks to reduce overall fertilizer use by building soil—therefore cutting down on the nutrients that enter waterways—while helping farmers save money. But what can we do to prevent this in the first place?”

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Agwired

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), resolved longstanding litigation covering over 1,000 pesticide products, allowing EPA to fulfill its obligations to protect endangered species while conducting reviews and approvals of pesticides in a safe and protective manner.

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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.

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Modern Farmer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Can I find additional information about the product separate from the words used on the label? Certified and/or regulated USDA Organic: You can find this certification on meats, dairy products and produce. This certification prohibits the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.

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Agritecture Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Demand for localized food systems and the products coming from them is rising, and companies are responding to it. Commercial Strategy Commercial strategy is focused on a good fit between the product being grown and the proposed offtake strategy. It's challenging to distribute a niche product that doesn't have a strong market demand.

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Food Tank

MAY 1, 2024

Approximately 2 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions come from nitrogen fertilizers , according to a study in Nature. The prominent chemical ingredient in synthetic nitrogen fertilizers is ammonia, which comes from combining hydrogen and nitrogen gases through burning fossil fuels , including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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AGRIVI

JANUARY 10, 2024

It provides a holistic approach to tracking and managing fertigation and irrigation practices, intended primarily for substrate-grown berries and vegetables in greenhouses, and illustrates well the full range of benefits that technology brings while making agriculture practices more efficient, productive, and sustainable.

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UnderstandingAg

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Loss of productive capacity of the supporting land base contributed to the collapse of numerous civilizations during that time. It is a fascinating and sobering read, and I highly recommend it if you are inclined to think that we are now somehow immune to a similar collapse in agricultural productivity.

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Modern Farmer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

However, the topsoil is powerless to counteract the acidifying effect of ammonia-based fertilizers. 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.

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Farmbrite

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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. It is crucial to monitor the health of your soil regularly.

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NASDA

JULY 10, 2023

EPA’s newly published regulation creating “PIPs created through genetic engineering from a sexually compatible plant” and “loss-of-function PIPs” is not risk-based, science-based and focuses on process of development rather than product. We ask that Congress take the necessary steps to ensure that U.S. Apple Association U.S.

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Civil Eats

JULY 17, 2023

Agricultural runoff from both valleys is the primary input into the Salton Sea, and with that runoff comes pesticides and nutrients such as phosphorous and nitrogen. Imperial County residents were exposed to over 1,200 pounds of pesticides—via the air, water, and on the plants themselves—per square mile from 2017-2019. In 2002, U.S.

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Kavya Organic Farm

AUGUST 24, 2023

A fertiliser is a substance which pushes the plant towards growth, healthiness and productivity. Agricultural products are especially improved by this chemical. This is why Fertilising plants is an essential habit. The basis of fertilising plants all comes from one keyword, fertilisation.

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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. Here at Green Wave, we are continually helping farmers , gardeners, and agronomists transition successfully from a dependency on chemical fertilizers to sustainably based farming methods.

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DTN

JULY 24, 2023

fertilizer application, irrigation, machinery use, pesticide application) and the sources of carbon sequestration (e.g., Data collection and projection to compare sustainable farm practices To help estimate values for other variables, including the use of carbon products, panels of farmers are interviewed.

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The Equation

JUNE 5, 2023

The first documents ever written were about agricultural production! A fertile land can be a fertile civilization The swath of land between the Euphrates and Tigris Rivers in Mesopotamia was one of the most fertile lands known to humans, as was the riparian land of the Nile River in Ancient Egypt.

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AGRIVI

OCTOBER 23, 2024

These difficult and unpredictable conditions in global agriculture have led farmers to increasingly prioritize productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Waste Reduction Adhering to waiting periods stipulated after the application of pesticides or other chemicals is key to food safety and regulatory compliance.

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Modern Farmer

AUGUST 24, 2023

But she maintains that “organic is still really important,” and that’s why USDA organic standards, food grown without most pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, is the minimum baseline for the ROC certification. Land to Market frames its products as coming “from land that is regenerating.” Photography courtesy of Cabriejo Ranch.

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