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  • Published on Apr 3, 2020

    Plant root hairs key to reducing soil erosion

    The tiny hairs found on plant roots play a pivotal role in helping reduce soil erosion, a new study has found. The research, led by the University of Bristol and published in Communications Biology, provides compelling evidence that when root hairs …

    Source: Phys.org
  • Published on 00:17 GMT

    CRP sign-up includes 3.4 million-plus acres

    ST. PAUL — More than 3.4 million acres were recently accepted during the general Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) signup, the first general signup since 2016. Through CRP, farmers receive an annual rental payment for establishing long-term, resource- …

    Source: Daily Globe
  • Published on Apr 1, 2020

    Paying farmers to look after soil could help curb flood risk – report

    Paying farmers to look after their soil could curb flooding, boost crop production and wildlife, and help tackle climate change, a report says. The Royal Society report warns that poorly-managed soils which are compacted or eroding can reduce yields, …

    Source: ITV Channel TV
  • Published on Mar 22, 2020

    Cost of soil erosion revealed

    Crops or pastures require soils to capture often erratic and occasionally heavy rain for maximising production. And good capture of rainfall is so often dependent on adequate ground cover. Take for example recent measures of rainfall capture in pasture …

    Source: The Land Newspaper
  • Published on Mar 27, 2020

    5 principles of building soil

    In previous Resilient Ag Landscapes columns, we've covered organic matter — and the amount of time it takes to build organic matter in a given soil type and climate. Although, to be fair, we could probably fill a Nebraska Farmer issue with articles on …

    Source: Delta Farm Press
  • Published on Mar 25, 2020

    Why an Iowa farmer sees faith, agriculture as climate solutions

    Matt Russell with a newborn calf and its mother on his farm (Provided photo) Matt Russell thought his calling was to become a priest. He spent the first decade of his professional life either in the seminary or practicing ministry. But the last semester …

    Source: National Catholic Reporter
  • Published on Apr 2, 2020

    Check containment ponds daily to avoid overflow

    The North Dakota State University Extension Service is issuing a warning about potential containment pond flooding. The spring thaw could cause problems for containment ponds and manure stacking areas, according to May Keena, NDSU Extension livestock …

    Source: Southwest Farm Press
  • Published on Mar 20, 2020

    Build a rain garden to reduce erosion

    Rain gardens are like miniature natural wetlands full of native plants. They slow down, capture and absorb water into the ground, reducing runoff that can overload streams and cause flooding. Runoff also can carry sediment, lawn chemicals and other …

    Source: Delta Farm Press
  • Published on Apr 1, 2020

    Top tips for managing crops on 2019’s Prevented Plant fields

    After enduring soggy soils repeatedly during 2019, South Dakota growers can’t wait to see crops emerge from last year’s Prevented Plant fields. From field condition and weed control planning to fallow syndrome, fertility, green planting and interseeding …

    Source: Delta Farm Press
  • Published on Apr 1, 2020

    The shovel: The most important diagnostic tool on your farm

    The shovel has been around for a very long time. During the so-called Neolithic and early Bronze eras, people in Britain used shovels made of an ox’s shoulder blade. As early as 1100 B.C., the Chinese were using spades that closely resembled today’s shovel …

    Source: Delta Farm Press
  • Published on Mar 18, 2020

    Mower County receives $50,000 for soil health research

    Innovative, farmer-led research on the economic and environmental effects of applying nitrogen to cropland will continue this year in Mower County, thanks to $50,000 in new grants. The Minnesota Corn Growers Association and The Nature Conservancy have …

    Source: Delta Farm Press
  • Published on Mar 19, 2020

    How agroforestry can help farmers adapt to climate change

    Trees planted on a coffee plantation. Farmers have been on the edge to practice climate-smart farming activities to curb climate change conditions experienced in the country. Kenya is now experiencing warmer temperatures, rainfall variability and increased …

    Source: Standard Digital News
  • Published on Mar 19, 2020

    Averting an agricultural and ecological crisis in the Philippines’ salad bowl

    Centuries of growing highland vegetables to sustain the Philippines’ food supply has taken a toll on the farms in the Cordilleras, a mountainous region in the country’s north, which supplies 80% of vegetables in the whole archipelago. Farms have expanded …

    Source: South Africa Today
  • Published on Mar 20, 2020

    EDITORIAL COMMENT: Potential abounds in new agriculture model

    The Chronicle At 900kg per hectare, the average maize yield in the local smallholder sector is too little.   In an effort to boost their yields, some smallholders resort to extensification of their operations, meaning that they expand their areas under …

    Source: Chronicle
  • Published on Mar 16, 2020

    Soil compaction: Cover crops, conservation tillage, and irrigation

    Proper irrigation, tillage, and cover crops can help prevent compaction, improve root growth, and increase yields. A panel of soil scientists at the recent Louisiana Agricultural Technology and Management Conference (LATMC) in Marksville, La., discussed …

    Source: Southwest Farm Press
  • Published on Apr 2, 2020

    Geosynthetics Market Size to Reach USD 45.25 Billion by 2026; High Usage of Sustainable Building Materials to Boost ...

    Pune, April 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global geosynthetics market size is set to gain traction from the increasing usage of sustainable building materials. Geosystems reduce the usage of natural materials, such as aggregates and sand, thereby …

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  • Published on Apr 2, 2020

    'Thank you Greta': natural solutions to UK flooding climb the agenda

    There is ponding on nearly every field in the valley where the rivers Severn and Vyrnwy meet on the English-Welsh border. Swollen rivers have been sluggishly sitting in the valley for months. Inhabitants’ attempts to protect their homes from flooding are …

    Source: The Guardian
  • Published on Mar 11, 2020

    Learn more about cover crops, no-till and soil health

    If you have questions about putting cover crops to work on your farm, plan to attend an upcoming field day sponsored by Iowa Learning Farms. A cover crop field day will be held March 17 near Indianola in south-central Iowa. A second field day is set for …

    Source: Southwest Farm Press
  • Published on Mar 16, 2020

    Deborah J. Comstock: Protecting wetlands: Vital to farms and the environment

    According to the Michigan Department of Environmental Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), wetlands cover 5.5 million acres, or 15% of land, in the state of Michigan. This seems like a small amount of acreage compared to the total 62,713,600 acres that …

    Source: Monroe Evening News
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Austin Vet

Date: 20-Apr-20 to 21-Apr-20
Location: Austin / United States
Austin Vet touches on essential topics selected by the veterinarians behind Clinician's Brief. With 50+ hours of content, you choose the path that suits your needs and interests best. In between sessions, meet with 160+ leading companies in the veterinary industry to discover cutting-edge technologies to help grow your practice and increase your revenue—all while being away from the office for just 2 days. Why choose Austin Vet? 1. Use the event as an opportunity for growth: personal and professional. During morning coffee/tea and lunch breaks, take the opportunity to review your notes from the sessions. Getting stuck on something in particular? Look to your left or right, there is a peer who can help. 2. Meet and learn from leading minds in the industry. Austin Vet speakers are ...

Agritech Africa

Date: 17-Jun-20 to 19-Jun-20
Location: Cape Town / South Africa
Agritech Exhibition and Conference is one of the most important exhibitions in the field of Agriculture, with past events hosting tens of thousands of visitors from around the world. Our efforts to keep you at the forefront of agriculture and water technology innovation and thought leadership have seen us hold events in India, Israel, Italy, and Latin America. In 2020 there is only one place that can keep us at the cutting edge – the country at the heart of the African renaissance, South Africa. We are excited to announce that Agritech Africa in 2020, will be held at the CTICC, giving our community a unique opportunity for growth, partnership, and knowledge sharing. The resurgence of the African continent has agriculture at its heart, and crop and food management is an essential part of ...

Washington DC Vet 2020

Date: 19-Jun-20 to 20-Jun-20
Location: United States
What is Washington DC Vet? Washington DC Vet is a veterinary conference in which you can gather actionable takeaways, resource materials, and discover clinical and business strategies to share with the team. Engage in 50+ hours of content curated by the practicing veterinarians behind Clinician’s Brief. Choose the content that best suits your needs and interests to design your own educational path. During seminar breaks, peruse the expo floor to meet & greet 160+ exhibitors, there to put you in front of products that can help improve your practice and increase efficiency. Discover new products and technologies that will wow your colleagues back home. Where is Washington DC Vet? This event takes place at the Gaylord National Resort in Washington DC. After event hours, you can immerse ...
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