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Cover Crops: Why they are making a strong comeback in agricultural practices 🌱 Cover crops are intermediate plant cultures sown alone or in mixtures. They are selected for their agronomic qualities and are planted between two commercial crops. 🌸🐝 Malteries Soufflet supports farmers in promoting various cover crops with the goals of fostering biodiversity, enriching the soil through atmospheric nitrogen fixation, and enhancing soil structure. When not grown as a harvestable crop, cover crops are mowed and left on the soil, providing it with biomass. Today, our increasingly advanced agronomic knowledge allows us to develop specific crop rotations with our partner farmers based on local conditions. By supporting farmers in the production of cover crops, Malteries Soufflet, the world leader in malt, is actively contributing to the promotion of responsible, low-carbon agriculture for an exemplary barley industry. By supporting regenerative agricultural practices, we preserve biodiversity, improve soil health, and reduce our carbon footprint. #agronomy #agriculture #environment #soils

Mycorrhizae: Nature’s Root Boosters! 🌿 Did you know there are two main types of mycorrhizae? 🤔 🔸Endomycorrhiza (Arbuscular Mycorrhiza): Invades the plant roots and forms tiny structures inside to help absorb nutrients like phosphorus. Perfect for crops like wheat, corn, and most vegetables. 🌾🍅 🔸Ectomycorrhiza: Forms a sheath around plant roots and is mainly found and used for horticultural crops, perineal crops, and trees like pine, oak, and eucalyptus. Great for forest ecosystems! 🌳🌲 Both types play a crucial role in enhancing plant growth and soil health. Let’s harness the power of nature for sustainable farming! Contact for B2B, P2P, and contract manufacturing. #Sustainablefarming #cropprotection #crop #HealthyHarvest #peptech #peptechbio #micronutrient #peptechbiosciences #agriculture #farming #micronutrients #farmers #cultivation #fertilizer #biosolutions #biostimulants #agronomy #trialresults #sustainableagriculture #micronutrient #agronomist #micronutrients

👉 Call for Papers! 👈 The agricultural sector is crucially impacted by changing climate patterns. FAO warns that this could push 122 million more people, mainly farmers, into extreme poverty by 2030. For an upcoming Amplify issue, we seek articles offering strategic insights on climate change's effects on agriculture, focusing on innovative solutions for sustainable global farming practices. Please consider submitting an abstract for consideration in this special issue guest-edited by Prof. Athula Ginige. 👉 For submission guidelines, visit: https://lnkd.in/eds4E5uJ #climatechange #sustainability #agriculture #farming #foodsecurity #climateresilientagriculture #agronomy #sustainableagriculture #sustainablefarming Arthur D. Little #amplify #publishing

We've received numerous inquiries about the availability of our #varieties and #planting #seeds and I'd like to clarify and dissect some aspects of our research, especially the complexity of interactions between Genetics, Environment, and Management (GxExM) that determine the success of hemp cropping. In our recent #trials, we isolated the planting model as a component of Management (M) to understand its direct impact on #yield. Many of you have pointed out, and rightly so, that this is just one piece of a larger puzzle. Managing nearly 30 #trial sites a year teaches me something new every day, often highlighting “what I don’t know”, which, in my book, is a valuable outcome. Our hemp varieties, all dual-purpose, are bred to accommodate a range of environmental and agronomic conditions. They are bred using our GENE-UP (#GENEUP) #breeding platform, which allows us to breed our varieties for specific or a broad range of climatic conditions and different cropping practices. At the recent Australian Hemp Conference in April 2024, we introduced a global map outlining different classes of hemp varieties, including: Intermediate Photoperiod Adapters (#IPA),  Solstice-triggered Hybrids (#STH), Biomass Maximisers (#BMaxes), and Photoperiod Sensitive Pioneers (#PSP) This map helps us how the optimal planting window varies significantly across different locations and what variety is best suited for what purpose. It is a key consideration we are continuously validating. For downstream processing needs, our breeding is focused on the #economic value of each trait, not just aiming for the largest or most prolific. For fibre production, we emphasise maximising (to economic value) key traits, while for grain and flower production, factors other traits are more important. We appreciate everyone’s encouragement and are committed to continuing our research with our #OWN resources and in collaboration with our partners. Collaboration is essential for the success of any industry, and the hemp industry is no exception. We look forward to further discussions and sharing more of our findings with the community. Thank you all for your valuable feedback and support in pushing the boundaries of the industry. If you’re interested in learning more about how to access our #varieties, please feel free to reach out.

Exciting new evidence validating the agroecological approach of #SystemofRiceIntensification (SRI) to achieve simultaneous food security an climate goals. in familiar shells, innovation dwells

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀’𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟𝐬 🌱   🌟 CARINA’s latest policy brief highlights the importance of innovative feedstocks like carinata and camelina in transforming agriculture and energy sectors. These crops offer diverse benefits, from improving soil quality to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. However, to fully unlock their potential, we need to address key policy needs such as improving competitiveness, enhancing knowledge & technologies, and providing better support for R&D. Tackling legal and social barriers is also crucial for creating a sustainable future. Stay tuned as we delve deeper into 7 specific recommendations, identified by CARINA project’s partners. #CARINAproject #camelina #carinata #oilseedcrop #climatechange #agriculture #agronomy #sustainableagriculture

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🌱 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 #𝟓: 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🛍️ 📖 One of the challenges in promoting carinata and camelina lies in the lack of consumer awareness about their bio-based applications and the environmental and economic benefits they offer, including contributions to carbon farming. 📢 To address this, CARINA recommends public campaigns that raise awareness about the sustainable practices involved in cultivating these crops and the value of their products and byproducts. Enhancing product transparency through labeling can also inform consumers about the bio-based content and environmental impact of the goods they purchase. This not only increases consumer knowledge but also provides non-monetary incentives for farmers dedicated to low-input, eco-friendly farming. 🔗 You can access full version of the policy briefs here: https://lnkd.in/ekPC4kx2 #CARINAproject #camelina #carinata #oilseedcrop #climatechange #agriculture #agronomy #sustainableagriculture

🌱 Trellising in Agriculture: Maximizing Crop Yields Trellising is a technique used in agriculture to support plants as they grow vertically, maximizing space and sunlight exposure. It involves installing a framework of stakes, poles, or wires to guide plants upwards, promoting better air circulation and reducing the risk of disease. Benefits of trellising: Increased Yield: Vertical growth allows plants to access more sunlight, leading to better photosynthesis and higher yields. Space Efficiency: Trellising saves space, making it ideal for small gardens or high-density farming. Improved Air Circulation: Better airflow reduces the likelihood of fungal diseases and promotes healthier plants. Easier Harvesting: Vertical growth makes it easier to harvest fruits and vegetables, saving time and effort. Common crops that benefit from trellising include Bellpepper, tomatoes, cucumbers, peas, beans, and grapes. By implementing trellising techniques, farmers and gardeners can optimize their crop production and achieve healthier, more abundant harvests. 🌿🌞 #bellpepper #agriculture #farming #technique #hydroponics #agronomy #polyhouse #gaedening #sustainable #crop #tomato #cucumbers #healthy

🌱 IMPACT series - Episode 3 - Three Years of Measuring our #Impact on the #soil 🌍 We empower farmers with tailored #agronomic advice and expertise, fostering ownership and adapting practices to local conditions. Transitioning to #regenerativepractices is context based, unique and progressive journey influenced by factors such as: 🌾 Local soil composition / 🌍 #Climate / ⛰️ Topography / 📈 Market dynamics  Our data sheds light on how farmers are implementing different regenerative agriculture methods on the ground: 🌱 Reduction of #Tillage Intensity 🌿 Introducing #covercropping in #farmers’ rotation 🌾 Shifting from synthetic #fertilisation to using more organic fertilisers  This pattern is a logical progression in #regenerativefarming, the farmers' dedication is truly inspiring, and shows their commitment to regenerating our soil and climate. 🌍 👇Slide to learn more about the key holistic results on our farmers' regenerative transitions. Read full article here ▶ https://lnkd.in/e3aKkQpj ◀ #regenag #climatechange #carboncapture