Cropaia

MAY 25, 2024

It is a stable form of charcoal created by heating organic materials, such as crop residues, wood chips, and manure, in the absence of oxygen. Its high cation exchange capacity (CEC) allows it to adsorb and retain nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, preventing them from washing away into waterways.

Compost 64

Compost Fertilizer Crop Yield Nutrient Pollution 64

Modern Farmer

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Our hay yields have gone way up as a result [of the urine], said Kayan. That said, some international studies have shown improved yields and growth in certain urine-fertilized crops, such as cabbage, maize, and cucumber. Our hay yields have gone way up as a result [of the urine].” We have really hungry land and sandy soil.

Fertilizer 71

Fertilizer Crop Yield Nutrient Pollution 71

Farmbrite

AUGUST 23, 2023

Healthy soil can mean increased yields (and profits) as well as fewer inputs like fertilizer or pesticides. Second, over-fertilization can lead to increased competition between plants for available water and nutrients, which may cause some of them to suffer from lack of essential minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Crop Rotation 52

Crop Rotation Farming Farming Fertilizer 52