[Link] How Charlie Massy turned his ravaged property into an oasis — and how other farmers can do it too
NSW farmer Charles Massy is paving the way for the Australian movement towards regenerative agriculture.
Day: November 18, 2020
[Link] Podcast Series: The global impact of regenerative agriculture – Learning for Nature
This podcast series, consisting of three episodes, will introduce you to regenerative agriculture, explain how it can improve our existing global food…
[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…
[Link] Frosted johnsongrass poses risk to livestock
Prussic acid can be toxic to cattle if it is grazed shortly after a early frost.
[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…
[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…
[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 (…
[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.
[Link] Farmers encouraged during No-Till November
The Natural Resources Conservation Service is urging growers to find ways to reduce tillage.
