Cropping systems are one of the most important components in the crop production system, which is intensified to feed a growing global population. Previous studies focused on high yield with less ...
Longer, more diverse rotations of crops fertilized with livestock manure have many environmental benefits, but carbon sequestration isn't one of them, according to a new study led by Iowa State ...
Intercropping is widely recognized as a sustainable practice for enhancing soil fertility and crop productivity. This study evaluated the effects of different intercropping systems on the ...
Oats growing near plots of corn at Iowa State University's Marsden Farm, where researchers have studied long-term rotations of crops since 2001. AMES, Iowa – Longer, more diverse rotations of crops ...
Are we finally starting to see the adoption of labor-saving robots in agriculture? The short and unfulfilling summary answer is “It depends”. Undeniably, we are seeing clear signs of progress yet, ...
Introduction: Extreme climate conditions exacerbated by climate change, poor farming practices such as monocultures, burning of crop residues after harvest, and excessive ploughing lead to declining ...
No-till and cover crop systems are proving their worth, particularly via cost savings. Resides In: Kief, North Dakota Raylene grew up on a dairy and beef farm at Kief, North Dakota. After graduating ...
As the environmental impact of industrialized monoculture farming has become increasingly evident, agriculturists, botanists, and gardeners interested in more sustainable foodways have looked to ...
Retractable roof systems are expanding into orchards and vineyards, giving growers another option for protecting high-value ...
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