The reality of changing soil conditions and varying crop needs often requires more middle ground than most tillage systems are designed to deliver.
Farmers can improve soil health and water quality by adopting no-till and reduced tillage practices. Learn how.
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This season is about “who gets it right”, according to Dr. Veronica Nyhan, Soil and Plant Nutrition Specialist at Teagasc.
Soil erosion is widely known for degrading land and reducing agricultural productivity. But new research shows it may also ...
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Besides its role in climate change mitigation, increasing soil organic matter (SOM) content could be an effective and feasible strategy for the adaptation ...
A growing body of research suggests that combining biochar with other soil amendments such as compost, manure, or fertilizers may improve soil health ...
If drainage is a persistent issue, consider installing raised beds, which can be made with a good drainage layer at the base ...