Biological Inoculants for Soil Health
As part of efforts to improve the soils and quality and yield of produce at Tobacco Road Farm we have been utilizing a biological inoculant made from locally sourced microorganisms. This inoculant...
View ArticleBook excerpt: Agriculture in Transition by Donald Schriefer
Agriculture in Transition is the last word on eco-farming systems from America’s “environmental agronomist” – Donald L. Schriefer. A pioneer in developing an awareness of the relation of tillage to...
View ArticleRole of AM Fungi in Agricultural Ecosystems
Today we are going to examine the role arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi play in providing phosphorus and other benefits to plants and the impact of chemical fertilizers on plant-fungi symbiosis....
View ArticleHow Do I Decide What Amount of Nutrients to Apply?
Nutrients like calcium, boron and manganese travel primarily in the xylem or the water transport system of the plant. Source
View ArticleTractor Time Episode 29: Glen Rabenberg, Soil Expert
Rather than conforming to the traditional methods of soil science, Glen brings his knowledge of animal science and applies it to the soil. Source
View ArticleA Hack for Making Winter Manure
Covering the manure is critical because you don’t want it to be too wet. Source
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