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Basalt: a nutrient-rich soil enhancer 🪨 After basalt is spread on farmland, it breaks down to release essential nutrients, promoting healthy crop growth and stabilising soil pH. It’s a win-win for your land and the environment 💪👏 Below, we break down these nutrients and what they offer for soil and plants ↓ Find out how you can get involved as a farmer or landowner: https://bit.ly/45FsTas 🌱 #UNDOCarbon #EnhancedWeathering #EnhancedRockWeathering #CarbonCapture #CarbonRemoval #ClimateAction #ClimateActionNow #ClimateScience #Science #ClimateSolutions #SustainableFarming #Agriculture #Basalt

Fall is the perfect time to apply Polysulphate for enhanced soil health and efficient nutrient uptake. Our recent trials show significant improvements in crop performance and sustainability. Check out our latest findings and prepare yourself for a successful growing season. >> https://loom.ly/QEEr2WE #GrowWithICL #Agriculture

Feed the Soil – Innovations in Composting for Soil & Crop Health #Groundswell2024 'The Study' 27th June 2:15pm With Julia Cooper, Matt Smee and Tom Knowles. Composted organic waste is a key input to provide food to soil organisms and build soil health and fertility in farming systems. Join us for this session to hear practical advice into how Johnson-Su, hot composting and vermicomposting techniques can be adopted and to find out what science and research is telling us about the effects that different composting systems can have on soil health.https://ow.ly/2HFN50SaI5R #composting #JohnsonSu #soilhealth #soilfertility #Feedthesoil #organicfarming

In summary, soil organic matter plays a crucial role in enhancing plant growth and preserving soil health. It impacts nutrient availability, boosts soil structure and water retention, sustains microbial activity, and aids in disease prevention. Encouraging practices that enhance soil organic matter can help farmers cultivate healthier soils and achieve more productive agricultural systems. #SoilHealth #Agriculture #SustainableFarming

We usually think of “old school methods” as reliable and well-tested. Climate change forces us to re-think this attitude, especially when it comes to agriculture. In part one, we mentioned the need to sow catch crops, which loosen the structure of the soil - something which, in the past, could be achieved by leaving the soil exposed to the elements during the winter. With our climate getting warmer, what else can we do to adapt to these new conditions? We hear more and more about cultivating crops using the no-plough method. This system requires, firstly, appropriate equipment, but also knowledge and planning. One of the advantages of this method of cultivation is that the mulch of plants remains on the soil surface, protecting the soil against excessive evaporation and heating. Of course, mulch does not provide a 100% protection against drought, but it makes a big difference. Providing a few days of protection is often enough for the plants to survive until the next rainfall and eventually produce a satisfactory crop. Moreover, naturalists indicate that fields cultivated without plowing have more soil microorganisms that promote the formation of humus compared to fields that are plowed traditionally. Soil cultivation using the no-plough method does not guarantee improved fertility. Processes taking place in the soil take time. Regardless of whether the fields are plowed or not, it is worth considering how to take better care of your soil! Read the original article in Polish: https://lnkd.in/d7k7FJ_q #echosoil #soilhealth #soilfertility #EUmission #horizonEU #missionsoil

Maximizing Success in Plant Propagation 🌱 Did you know? Elevating dissolved oxygen levels in water can significantly boost root development, improve nutrient uptake, and enhance plant resilience. This key insight leads to healthier, more vigorous plant growth, underscoring the importance of advanced cultivation techniques in agriculture. Let’s discuss how this knowledge can revolutionize our green practices. #AgricultureInnovation #PlantScience #SustainableFarming

The Legacy of Crop Domestication The domestication of crop plants marks a pivotal moment in human history, catalyzing the shift from hunter-gatherer societies to agricultural civilizations. Millennia of careful cultivation and selection have transformed wild plants into the staple crops we rely on today. From wheat to tomatoes, this process involved identifying and nurturing plants with desirable traits such as yield, taste, and resilience, shaping the agricultural landscape as we know it. As we face contemporary challenges in agriculture, let's draw inspiration from our domestication heritage to drive sustainable farming practices and foster resilience in our food systems. #CropDomestication #Agriculture #SustainableFarming #FoodSecurity

🌾 Why Farmers Risk Blind Decisions: The Importance of Soil Data 🌾 In agriculture, informed decision-making is crucial for success. Unfortunately, many farmers often find themselves making significant choices without the insights that biological soil data can provide. This oversight can lead to missed opportunities and heightened risks. 🔍 The Missing Piece: Biological Soil Data Soil is more than just dirt; it's a dynamic ecosystem teeming with life. Biological soil data sheds light on the health of this ecosystem, including microbial populations and nutrient availability. Without this critical information, farmers may rely on outdated practices or assumptions that negatively impact crop yield and soil health. #Agriculture #SoilHealth #FarmManagement #SustainableFarming #SoilData #PrecisionAgriculture #DataDrivenFarming

"There is an urgent need to accelerate the pace of change to embrace more #sustainablefarming practices." writes NIAB's CEO and Director Mario Caccamo. "We need to produce more and better #food, with less pesticides and fertilisers, while improving soil health and responding to #climate and #biodiversity goals. To meet these objectives, we need to address the UK’s funding gap in applied agriculture-related #research. This also calls for a strategic review of whether the current structure of the country’s applied crop science capabilities is fit-for-purpose." https://lnkd.in/ebtGgafn

White clover, a perennial legume, is a powerhouse cover crop renowned for its nitrogen-fixing abilities and soil enhancement properties. Its extensive root system not only improves soil structure but also reduces erosion risk, making it a key player in soil conservation. The dense foliage effectively suppresses weed growth, while the organic matter from its residues enriches soil fertility and promotes microbial activity. As a resilient and adaptable cover crop, white clover delivers multiple benefits to sustainable agriculture, from nitrogen fixation to weed control and soil health improvement. While it’s a perennial, consider planting in early fall to establish before winter. Contact us to learn how white clover can transform your fields! #SustainableFarming #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #CarbonSequestration #CoverCrops #AgriInnovation #SoilConservation #OrganicFarming #ClimateSmartAg #FarmersOfInstagram #EcoFarming #AgricultureLife #AgTech #GreenFarming #CarbonCredits #OrizonAgriculture #Orizon