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11/13/2018 / By Janine Acero

Organic fertilizer can be used to increase crop yield in plants grown in rotation

A study published in the journal Biological Agriculture & Horticulture assessed soil nitrogen oxidation through field incubation, and analyzed the rate of nitrogen release by commercial fertilizers compared with farmyard manure compost. For the study, a three-year organic crop rotation was set up in a field with sandy loam, with a cover crop of rye and vetch for green manure. […]

11/13/2018 / By Janine Acero

Soils treated with organic fertilizer are healthier; produce stronger plants

Come to any local gardening center and you may see rows and rows of plant- and animal-based fertilizers that boast of faster growth, beautiful blooms, or abundant produce from your plants. But which type of fertilizer can actually deliver these promises? A study published in the journal Biological Agriculture & Horticulture assessed the effect of plant- and animal-based soil amendments […]

11/12/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

It’s not as difficult as you think: How to grow grains in your own backyard

Grain is one of the most common food groups, but unlike fruits and vegetables, it is rarely a part of home gardens. Many people believe that growing this crop is difficult, so they prefer to just buy it. However, this might not be a very good idea. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United […]

10/24/2018 / By Janine Acero

Organic soil amendments enhance soil nutrient availability

A study published in the journal Biological Agriculture & Horticulture assessed the effect of plant- and animal-based soil amendments on soil nutrient availability, soil respiration, crop yield, and phytochemical content on globe artichoke (Cynara cardunculus) heads. Researchers used four certified organic fertilizers as experimental treatments. Alfalfa meal Blood meal Chicken manure Fish meal Researchers assessed and compared the soil […]

10/23/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Organic farming promotes better plant biodiversity

Vineyards are an ancient and valuable means of agriculture in the southern reaches of Europe. Although many have been taking up organic farming in recent years, most continue to manage their crops through the use of chemical fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. Spanish researchers evaluated how the adoption of organic farming methods could further benefit the agricultural […]

10/17/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Controlling the soil-borne fungus Verticillium dahliae using natural approaches

American researchers tackled the means by which the spread of the pathogenic soil fungus Verticillium dahliae could be managed through natural means. They envisioned an approach where farmers would avoid planting infected seeds and instead cultivate broccoli crops that are immune to Verticillium wilt. The University of California supported this review. The researchers published their efforts in the […]

10/16/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Silicon amendments proven useful for maize crops grown under salt stress conditions

Soil salinity is a growing concern because of its impact on agriculture and, consequently, food production. Researchers, in a study published in the journal Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, investigated the benefits of amending saline soil with silicon as a way to facilitate plant survival and growth. The researchers employed a sand culture experiment […]

10/16/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Studying the antibacterial activity of spent green tea against soft rot

Bacterial soft rot is one of the most common and most destructive plant diseases – caused by particular species of bacteria, one of which is Pectobacterium. In a study published in the Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection, researchers tested the ability of spent green tea (SGT) extracts to protect carrot plants from soft rot caused […]

10/13/2018 / By David Williams

Use of compost and cover crops improves soil nutrients, helps mitigate the impact of extreme weather on vegetable crops

The benefits of using cover crops and compost in growing all sorts of plants have been known for a long time. However, the effects of adding them in specific configurations haven’t exactly been well-studied. In fact, certain long-term impacts of adding organic matter through cover crops (CC) and compost in the soil are poorly understood. […]

10/08/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Yummy superfoods that even beginner gardeners can plant today

Fruits and vegetables are known for being rich in beneficial substances, such as antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. To ensure that food being consumed is safe, these crops can easily be planted in your backyard without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, and other toxic chemicals. While organic and pesticide-free fruits and vegetables may be available […]

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