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Farmer Focus: Plenty of forage, but costs are still biting

Farmers Weekly

Farmers Weekly The maize is in the clamps. The farmyard manure has done the business […] The post Farmer Focus: Plenty of forage, but costs are still biting appeared first on Farmers Weekly The yield monitor counted 730t freshweight off 12.14ha (30 acres), which is about 60t/ha.

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Complete Practical Guide on Organic Maize Farming

Agric4profits

Organic maize farming focuses on growing maize without synthetic chemicals, relying on natural methods for pest control and fertilization. Organic maize farming involves using organic seeds and natural inputs like compost and manure.

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Can Human Urine Fertilize Our Crops?

Modern Farmer

That said, some international studies have shown improved yields and growth in certain urine-fertilized crops, such as cabbage, maize, and cucumber. We said we use cow manure and stuff and this [urine] doesnt sound like it would be an issue. This is no surprise to Arthur Davis, who oversees farm partnerships for Rich Earth.

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124 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2024!

Food Tank

The organization introduces beneficial plants called green manure/cover crops which fertilize the soil, control weeds, and respond to periods of drought. Demanda Colectiva , Mexico The Demanda Colectiva has fought to protect Mexico’s native maize varieties, which are threatened by uncontrolled cross-pollination from genetically modified corn.

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