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[Link] Crop productivity, soil health, and energy dynamics of Indian Himalayan intensified organic maize-based systems

The sustainability of conventional agricultural production systems in the rainfed ecosystems of the Himalayan region is threatened by triple challenge…

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Frosted johnsongrass poses risk to livestock

Prussic acid can be toxic to cattle if it is grazed shortly after a early frost.

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Ecologically friendly agriculture doesn’t compromise crop yields

Research -- based on an analysis of 5,188 studies comparing diversified and simplified agricultural practices --indicates crop yield was maintained or…

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Creating a clearer picture of cover cropping in Western Canada

Some of the earliest adopters in Western Canada have been growing cover crops for a long time, but interest has ramped up over the last few years, and…

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Improved environmental sustainability and bioenergy recovery through pig manure and food waste on-farm co-digestion in Ireland

Ireland is under a great pressure to fulfill its commitment to renewable energy generation and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions mitigation. Food waste (…

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Cover crops boost bees’ survival rates, expert says

‘Evidence supports the use of cover crops or supplemental foraging as beneficial to bee health,’ UC apiculturist says.

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] Farmers encouraged during No-Till November

The Natural Resources Conservation Service is urging growers to find ways to reduce tillage.

KindHarvest Team November 18, 2020

[Link] The Effect of Organic and Conventional Farming Systems with Different Tillage on Soil Properties and Enzymatic Activity

The chemical properties and enzymatic activity of the surface soil horizon were compared between an organic farm (OF) (crop rotation with legume plant…

KindHarvest Team November 17, 2020

[Link] Corn Yields Are Up, But More Vulnerable to Drought Than Ever: Study

Corn yields have set records in five of the last seven years, which should mean promising days ahead for one of the country’s most important crops. …

KindHarvest Team November 17, 2020

[Link] Think about more than the calf market.

Cow-calf profits depend on your cost structure and productivity as well as your calf prices.

KindHarvest Team November 17, 2020