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Hot off the press the collaborative efforts between University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Bayer | Crop Science on #covercrop interseeding into short #corn with different herbicide programs. This is part of Victor de Sousa Ferreira Ph.D. work 👏 Main outcomes: - PRE and POST herbicides did not show a negative impact on cover crop establishment. - Interseeding cover crops at V2 produces more biomass than V4 and V6. - Short stature corn has the potential to increase cover crop biomass when interseeded compared to standard (tall) stature corn. #TeamBayer #RegenerativeAg

Ohio currently processes around 56 per cent of its annual soybean crop, which amounts to about 168 million bushels. Planned expansions could increase this capacity by an additional 55 million bushels, bringing the state’s total crush capacity to around 85-90% of its soybean production, according to Madison (Layman) Corbi, Ohio Soybean Council/Ohio Soybean Association Manager for Demand and Market Development. Read the full article here🔗 https://lnkd.in/grHqtRET #Ohio #Biodiesel #SustainableFuels #SoybeanOil #BioDiesel #LowCarbon #Feedstocks #VegetableOil #Sustainability #Livestock #EcoFriendlyFuel #SustainableAgriculture #Innovation #BioEneryTimes #Sustainability

Castor Bean: Unveiling a New Frontier in Biofuel Cultivation The synergy between Castor bean cultivation and biodiesel production presents a promising opportunity for farmers and stakeholders alike. By harnessing the adaptability and high oil content of Castor beans, the Advanced Biofuel Center (ABC) is paving the way for sustainable and lucrative farming practices. Through strategic intercropping with Pongamia Pinnata and Camelina Sativa cultivation, farmers can optimize land use and revenue streams, akin to running a second shift in the agricultural factory. As the demand for biodiesel grows, so does the need for innovative solutions to reduce dependency on foreign oil. ABC's initiative not only diversifies income for growers but also creates job opportunities in oil extraction operations. By providing comprehensive support, from feasibility studies to crafting business plans, ABC is committed to empowering investors and growers with the necessary knowledge and tools to succeed in the biodiesel industry. Nevertheless, the path to successful Castor bean cultivation and biodiesel manufacturing involves surmounting specific obstacles, such as the scarcity of agronomic data and the imperative need for well-informed investment decisions. ABC is dedicated to bridging these gaps by conducting feasibility studies and furnishing comprehensive assistance from planting to harvesting. This support encompasses the development of biodiesel business plans and the provision of expertise in plant science and technology. For those intrigued by this endeavor, ABC extends an invitation for further dialogues and support, with the aim of equipping potential investors and growers with the requisite knowledge and resources to flourish within the biodiesel sector. #castor #biofuel #biodiesel #carbon #Pongamia #Camelina #intercropping #feasibilitystudy #businessplan #fossilfuel #agronomy #feedstock

Did you know biomass crops like #miscanthus are transforming flood-prone fields into profitable ventures with SFI payments and quicker ROI? 💰 Check out the insights in this Farmers Weekly's article on why #biomass crops are now more affordable and profitable than ever: https://bit.ly/4aBpts2

Overuse of #phosphorus (P)#fertilizer in #crop #production is causing severe #environmental #pollution and cropping issues, requiring an integrative P fertilizer strategy that improves P use efficiency (PUE) and #sustainable #production . In this #meta -#analysis on P fertilizer use on #maize #cropping in China used 786 paired observations to quantify the effects of P fertilizer management and different soil properties on grain yield, PUE, and the environmental cost. See our The UWA Institute of Agriculture The University of Western Australia collaborative @Anhui Agricultural Unversity @China Agricultural University paper published in European Journal of Agronomy https://lnkd.in/gzi-jden

New research from Italy highlighted in pv magazine Global shows lower wheat production under elevated agrivoltaic systems, but a simultaneous increase in nutritional value for livestock!! “Two years of experiments have revealed that the reduction in wheat yield is limited in the phenological phase of waxy maturation in standard trackers (GCR = 13%); while the reduction was 29.6% in panels with increased shading (GCR = 41%),” Lucrezia Ghidesi, Business Developer at REM Tec srl, told pv magazine Italy. “The reduction in irradiation has substantially changed the length of wheat plants; this influenced the quality of the fodder biomass.” Read the story on PV Magazine here >> https://lnkd.in/eXbuFe_D #solar #energy #ranching #livestock #agrivoltaics #solargrazing

Top 21 Fertilizer Companies Worldwide Whether you’re a farmer or just an agricultural enthusiast, you may want to know the global top players in the fertilizer industry before deciding which one to partner with. Let’s delve into the heart of global agriculture as we spotlight the leading forces behind the world’s food production — the Top 21 Fertilizer Companies Worldwide. In this article, we’ll be highlighting the industry stalwarts shaping the future of sustainable farming. From state-of-the-art technologies to eco-friendly practices, these companies exemplify agricultural excellence. So, what are the top 21 fertilizer companies in the world? Let’s find out. https://lnkd.in/eNS2nt_e. #LiberMendelEurasian #Industrialchemicals #Fertilizers #Agriculture

Poulterra is excited to collaborate with the USDA to increase the domestic supply of low carbon, natural fertilizers. Poulterra's unique, Manure-as-a-Service platform supplies locally grown miscanthus grass bedding annually to poultry growers, at no cost, in exchange for their previous years litter. Poulterra up cycles the litter into low carbon renewable natural gas and commercial grade, low carbon natural fertilizers that can offset the use of fossil derived nitrogen fertilizers, to reduce the carbon intensity of agricultural crops. Poulterra is working to transform the poultry industry towards a more sustainable future by leveraging nature based, circular solutions that lower operating costs, improve production of poultry, lower emissions and create sustainable products that are better for the planet. #cleanenergy #energytransition #renewableenergy #wastetovalue #biogas #RNG #poultry #sustainablepoultry #miscanthus

Most crop plants are mycorrhized and ‘Mycorrhization enhances plant growth and stabilizes biomass allocation under drought’ This is a key message to all farmers, horticulturalists, and agronomists who attempt to set their business and R&D on an environmentally sustainable (fertiliser-, irrigation water, and chemical control agent-efficient) basis. I wonder only what influence soil sterilisation followed by microbial re-inoculation had on the test outcomes of the drought impact alleviating effect of the arbuscular mycorrhizas. What is certain is that we need to introduce awareness for mycorrhiza-conscious farming, mycorrhiza-conscious crop breeding, and new mycorrhiza-conscious cultivar selection/accreditation. - Does the response of the root:shoot ratio help in this? May this ratio even help in selecting nodulation-efficient legume crops? Is R&D towards greater environmental sustainability in plant production to be organised under conditions of plant growth-limiting as well as surplus with respect to: i) mineral nutrients and ii) mycorrhizal fungal abundance and richness? so that we hopefully finally know after decades of research how to fertilise and choose the right crop cultivars - two highly interlinked issues, indeed. https://lnkd.in/d7Q9faEk

In summary: "The greatest benefit to drone seeding the rye was quicker groundcover in the fall, with minimal impact on biomass production or spring groundcover. It does appear that cereal rye can be seeded into soybeans too early, and we would recommend waiting until the last week of September or first week of October to time seeding (in central and southern PA). However, there is no benefit to broadcasting cereal rye into standing soybeans if it is done within one month of soybean harvest and post-harvest seeding Read more below! 💡 https://lnkd.in/eUpCFdJN