Real Agriculture

JULY 23, 2024

Johnson says all things wheat, including the straw, give growers a tremendous opportunity to increase soil health. Ontario research shows that by adding wheat to the rotation, growers see a five percent increase in corn yield and. Read More

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Organic fertilizers such as manure, compost , and other organic amendments are valuable sources of nitrogen. However, unlike synthetic fertilizers that provide readily available nitrogen, the nitrogen in organic fertilizers is released gradually through biological processes.

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Modern Farmer

MAY 23, 2024

Unlike wildlife scat , which spreads seeds and returns nature’s nutrients in a balanced way, most conventional pet diets yield large amounts of waste. Mississauga, Ontario, which in 2019 began processing dog poop at waste-to-energy facilities, turns some into fertilizer. As most cities see it, that’s the only safe option.

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Kavya Organic Farm

AUGUST 24, 2023

Nitrogen helps with greenery, and potassium helps with plants’ stalks and straws Why fertilisers? They increase the depth of the roots and the water intake and volume. Phosphorus is responsible for this, and it also allows for better seed growth. This means that there’s 10% of Nitrogen (N), 10% Phosphorus (P), and 10% Potassium (K).

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Civil Eats

APRIL 29, 2024

It helps increase yields and the nutrient content of crops, reduce synthetic fertilizer use, and improve soil health and water retention, among other benefits. The USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) currently requires compost to be derived from plant and animal materials, such as manure, food scraps, leaves, and straw.

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Modern Farmer

MARCH 1, 2024

In addition, most natural fibers are grown conventionally, which often means heavy use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers and genetically modified or treated seeds. The polymer can yield various end products depending on the twisting of yarns. Cotton, the most used natural fiber, occupies 2.4

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Farmbrite

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Nutrients and irrigation speed up crop development, increase crop yield and prevent contamination. Adding the right amount of fertilizer is an essential practice for nutrient management based on your farm's goals and soil conditions. One way we see farms overspending is through the overuse of fertilizers.

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