Columbia Grain International’s Post

Amidst the golden waves of our wheat fields, lies the promise of sustenance and growth. Each stalk stands as a testament to nature's resilience and the dedication of our farmers. As we watch these fields sway in the gentle breeze, let's reflect on the journey from seed to harvest, and the invaluable role agriculture plays in nourishing communities. Together, we cultivate not just crops, but a sustainable future for generations to come. #HarvestingAbundance #SustainableAgriculture"

Harvest season is the busiest time of the year, which means the risk of incidents is the highest due to time constraints and many tasks in motion.   So, how can you create a safer work environment across your vineyards, orchards and farms for your harvest crew? With Onside, your crew can: ✅ See all hazards and risks on the digital property map. ✅ Report potential hazards like ruts, wombat holes, or broken wires on the go. ✅ Report unforeseen incidents or near-misses in real-time. Learn more about how to keep your rural properties safe, and make harvesting easier and more efficient: https://lnkd.in/gi7-DRnn #agriculture #agritech #harvestseason

Triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye, combines the benefits of both parent crops, making it a valuable cover crop option. Its fibrous root system improves soil structure and reduces erosion risk, enhancing soil health and productivity. Triticale's rapid growth and dense foliage suppress weeds effectively, reducing weed pressure within cropping systems. Additionally, triticale residues contribute organic matter to the soil upon decomposition, enriching soil fertility and promoting nutrient cycling. As a versatile cover crop, triticale offers numerous benefits to sustainable agriculture practices. Best planting season: Fall (in warmer climates) or early spring. #covercropping #covercrops #regenerativeagriculture #orizonagriculture #soilhealth #futurefarming

🤔Did you know that #pollination is crucial for maintaining and promoting #biodiversity? Out of nearly 1,400 crop plants grown worldwide, nearly 80% require pollination❗ That's why pollinators, like bees🐝, are an important part of improving food security worldwide. However, many farmers are unaware of the important role pollinators can hold. Our teams work with farmers to teach them new pollinator-friendly farming techniques so they can expand their gardens, increase their harvests, and protect biodiversity! 🌍🌱 Read more👇👇 https://lnkd.in/emQfxu-9 #WorldBeeDay #ClimateCrisis #ClimateProtection

Harvest is coming soon, and intensive agricultural practices rob soils of their resilience. Replenish your soil with HumiK ONE. Learn more at hgsbioscience.com or visit your local HGS retailer. #soilhealth #sustainability #regenerativeag #harvest24

Investing in a Wormgear vermicomposting system is about making a minimal effort to reap a maximum harvest. For urban farms, it’s a compact solution yielding expansive benefits. Elevate soil fertility effortlessly, witness a noticeable growth in your harvest. Excess vermicast? That’s extra income from selling a sought-after organic soil amendment. With Wormgear, ease the effort, expand the harvest, and enjoy the financial fruits of sustainable urban farming. Choose from our ready-to-install systems or buy The Plans and build it yourself. More information is on our website. #vermicompost #urbanfarming #wormgear #MichiganSoilWorks #sustainableagriculture #profitablefarming

Healthy soil possesses superpowers that are crucial for the growth of cotton. Protocol growers use practices such as soil testing to assess nutrient availability, plant cover crops to help minimize erosion, and use minimum or no-till systems to protect soil structure and encourage biodiversity. Learn more about the practices Protocol growers use to care for their soil by reading our blog post, click below. https://lnkd.in/dFJdt5bK #trustuscotton #cotton #sustainablecotton

Vestaron Latest News: Announces EPA Approval of BASIN Vestaron Corporation celebrates a milestone with EPA approval for BASIN®, a groundbreaking peptide-based insecticide designed to provide sustainable solutions in crop protection. This innovative product targets a wide range of pests, offering a safer alternative for both the environment and non-target species. Following the success of SPEAR® bioinsecticide, BASIN® is set to become a vital tool in the arsenal against crop-damaging pests, reinforcing Vestaron’s commitment to advancing sustainable agricultural practices. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/e4WuYYVy #SustainableAgriculture #CropProtection #PestControl #Vestaron #EPAApproval #AgriculturalInnovation #EcoFriendlyFarming

Slash-and-burn agriculture devastates rainforests and communities, leading to environmental and societal decline. A sustainable alternative is the Inga alley cropping, which allows farmers to build soil and grow crops in one place year after year without the need for chemicals or deforestation. Discover how Inga farming can protect rainforests and transform lives: https://lnkd.in/dPXVZu8E.

Safflower, a drought-tolerant annual crop, serves as an excellent cover crop option for arid regions. Its deep taproot penetrates compacted soil layers, improving soil structure and reducing compaction. Safflower's dense canopy shades the soil surface, suppressing weed growth and preventing soil erosion. Additionally, safflower residues contribute organic matter to the soil upon decomposition, enhancing soil fertility and promoting microbial activity. As a resilient and adaptable cover crop, safflower offers numerous benefits to sustainable agriculture practices in dryland farming systems. Best planting season: Late spring to early summer. #covercrops #Covercropping #regenerativeagriculture #orizonagriculture #regenag #futurefarming #safflower #sustainablefarming #drought #droughttolerant