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Breaking Ground: Pros and Cons of No-Till Farming Cropaia

Web1. Soil Health Preservation. Soil Structure. No-till and reduced-till systems offer several benefits for soil health. Over time, they improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and …

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Soil fertility and how to manage it Cropaia

WebHow to manage and maintain soil fertility. To manage and maintain soil fertility, several practices can be employed: Conduct regular soil analysis to balance nutrient levels, …

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Soil organisms – promoting soil health Cropaia

WebImproving Soil Structure. Organisms play a critical role in improving soil structure, both by breaking compacted soil and by stabilizing soil aggregates. Soil compaction reduces the …

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Soil organic matter

WebSoil organic matter refers to the remains of plants, animals and microbes, in different decomposition stages. It consists of: Living soil organisms and plant residues. Partially …

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Mycorrhizae: Boosting Yields Naturally Cropaia

WebMycorrhizae are complex, symbiotic associations between fungi and the roots of plants. The term “mycorrhiza” comes from the Greek words ‘mykes’, meaning fungus, and ‘rhiza’, …

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Biofertilizers in Sustainable Agriculture Cropaia

WebIn summary, the adoption of biofertilizers in agriculture offers a multifaceted range of benefits that extend beyond enhanced crop production. These benefits align …

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Pest and Disease Management

WebJoin our online course, expand your expertise, and learn practical techniques to protect your crops and ensure their health and productivity. This comprehensive course provides …

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Integrated Pest Management Guy Sela Cropaia

WebIntegrated pest management, or IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally-friendly approach to controlling pests in agriculture. Rather than relying on chemical pesticides, IPM utilizes …

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Regenerative Agriculture: A Strategic Approach Guy Sela

WebIn recent years, there has been a growing interest in regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach to farming that seeks to restore and revitalize the land while improving crop …

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From Seed to Grain: How to Grow Wheat for Optimal Yields

WebMonitor soil moisture regularly and maintain soil moisture levels between 50-70% of field capacity. Wheat typically requires about 15-25 inches (380 – 635 mm) of water …

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What is carbon farming

WebCarbon farming is a set of techniques used to alter agricultural operations or land use, in order to remove CO 2 from the atmosphere, minimize greenhouse gas emissions, and …

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Fertigation as a precision agriculture technology Cropaia

WebFertigation is a fertilizer application method, in which dissolved fertilizers are delivered to the crop through the irrigation system. This technology provides the opportunity to apply …

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Pesticide Rotation: A Must for Effective Pest Management

WebFarmers widely use pesticides for controlling pest populations and diseases in agricultural production systems. However, resistance to pesticides is a significant problem in …

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How to calculate fertilizer application rates Cropaia

WebThe first number of the fertilizer grade is the percentage of nitrogen in the fertilizer (12%). The second number refers to the percentage of phosphorus as P2O5 (61%) Therefore, …

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Water hardness explained Cropaia

WebWhen the concentrations of calcium and magnesium in the water are known, hardness can be calculated, using the following formula: Water hardness = 2.5Ca + 4.1Mg. Where …

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Constructed wetlands

WebConstructed wetlands are engineered systems designed to mimic the processes of natural wetlands in treating wastewater. They operate by passing wastewater through a carefully …

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