Understanding the visible features of an area of land and knowing the biological properties that lie in it is a great way to determine the functionality of the soil over your land area. The Biological and Landscape Function Monitoring Sheet has the list you need to determine and monitor the activities happening in your land […]
Weed, a general term for any plant growing where it is not wanted, is commonly seen growing on small farms in various locations, including among crops or grazing lands, and these weeds may hinder the growth of the other crops. While big commercial farms use herbicides for weed control, small farms depend on manual methods […]
Farmers often don’t know how to properly monitor and manage their land to prevent problems that get in the way of profits. The resulting issues can be manifold: overgrazing, loss of tree cover, soil erosion – not to mention poor crop yield. The Land Monitoring and Corrective Action Form helps farmers monitor, chart, and solve […]
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Pasture cropping is a system that allows for better weed control, improved soil health, more biodiversity through strategic placement of plants and animals, better use of water, and improved nutrient cycling. It is absolutely a way of increasing the productivity of your land. In essence, you are taking advantage of all the organic matter present […]
As we age, our nutritional needs change. We need fewer calories and more nutrients. But with the number of foods available in the market, it can be very confusing to know which is best in nutrition and is healthy for us. One of the reasons why people suffer from diet and health problems is because […]
Pasture cropping is an alternative agricultural practice that combines two farming methods: minimum tillage and perennial grass cover. It positively impacts the environment since there is no reliance on inputs such as synthetic fertilizer and herbicides, and the soil quality is improved with almost zero erosion. This alternative approach to farming can help us match […]
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Soil is alive. I mean, I probably don’t have to tell you this if you work on soil management or have a keen interest in soil – after all, it’s pretty obvious. But just how alive is it? And what benefits can we derive from managing our soils for the thriving biodiversity living in them? […]