A new study from the University of Alberta points to an exciting way farmers can grow better crops while spending less on fertilizer. The secret? Planting certain grains and legumes side by side in ...
Establishing winter cover crops after or between harvests can be a great way to preserve soil structure, protect against erosion and produce biomass that feeds the soil ecology. However, if you’re in ...
Summer brings new crops, and that means a different array of pests. Whether you’re growing a field full of tomatoes, an orchard of peaches, or a diverse market garden, pests are likely to affect some ...
Linamar. has filed a patent for a method to enhance crop yields by adjusting seed depth and seed-fertilizer separation based on soil conditions. The method involves using specific furrow openers to ...
Agrivoltaics — also known as dual-use farming — provides immense possibilities for a greener future. A research project from the University of Illinois has taken a hands-on approach to studying this ...