…cropland increased by over 8.8 million tons per year. · Nitrogen and phosphorus losses through surface runoff declined by 3% and 6%, respectively. · Average annual fuel use dropped by…
Problems that can Plague Your Fig Tree Crop
…by too much nitrogen. Use a balanced fertilizer when you feed your tree. Something with equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium is ideal. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of…
Technology that Could be Key in Helping Dairy Farmers
…measure its cow’s Milk Urea Nitrogen – or MUN – samples are sent to labs for analysis. But new technology coming soon could change everything, giving dairy farmers real time…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-14-22
…on addressing issues in the supply chain, and the value of Certified Crop Advisors in helping growers navigate nitrogen rules. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Fertilizer Prices Creating Concern for Farmers
…prices for raw materials are all contributing to the record-high prices. The report notes that ammonia prices have increased over 210 percent from September 2020. Liquid nitrogen prices have increased…
MSOB: Taking a Closer Look at Biosolids Applications
…Villa. “The data does show that soil fertility is improving. We see nitrogen increasing. We see carbon increasing. So, it seems to be like a win-win scenario here.” There are…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-25-21
…Victoria Hornbaker, as well as reports on nitrogen management in carrots, and FSA’s new soil carbon monitoring initiative. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features…
Crops to Plant in the Fall for Harvest the Following Spring
…the same way as you would kale, and plant them in nitrogen-heavy, compost-rich soil. Give them a good mulchy blanket and let the cool winter months help to break down…
Caring for Your Guava Tree Once You Get it in Soil
…hay, compost, or grass clippings. Guava are heavy feeders, so fertilize them once every month or so. Use a well-balanced fertilizer or one with a slightly higher nitrogen reading. To…
Almond Update: Considerations for Maximizing Cover Crop Benefits
…mixes can help address issues of nitrogen and erosion. “Then we have a mix that I call the soil builder mix. It’s kind of a combination of the two; some…
USDA Offers New Insurance Option for Split-Apply Nitrogen
…nitrogen, growers make multiple fertilizer applications during the growing season rather than providing all of the crop’s nitrogen requirements with a single treatment before or during planting. RMA Acting Administrator…
Irrigation and Nutrient Management Webinar Happening Next Week
…over the impact of biostimulants on strawberry yield and nitrogen uptake, strategies for minimizing pesticides, nutrients, and sediments in surface water, along with an overview of groundwater basin conditions. Water…
A Few Common Composting Mistakes You Need to Avoid
…and green plant matter. You need high-carbon “browns” such as dry leaves, straw, shredded paper, or sawdust; and high-nitrogen “green” material: fresh garden wastes, untreated grass clippings, and food scraps…
How to Care and Plant a Sweet Treat, Sugar Cane
…so that you can harvest after a year. Sugar Cane can also be planted in containers. Use a nutrient-laden soil with lots of nitrogen and phosphorus. Keep the soil consistently moist…