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Update on the Perennial Green Manures project in Wales - exploring using green manures from trees as fertility for annual crops

Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) introduces two non-GM herbicide-tolerant aromatic rice varieties, Pusa Basmati 1979 and Pusa Basmati 1985, aiming to enhance productivity and conserve water. However, some scientists question the necessity, citing potential impacts on rice biodiversity. ICAR defends the move, emphasizing benefits for Directly Seeded Rice (DSR) cultivation. Critics argue alternatives like adjusting sowing dates could manage weed issues without compromising genetic diversity. #ICAR #AromaticRiceVarities #ImpactonRiceBiodiversity #DSRCultivation

We've been conducting a few product trials in the lead up to PRIMEX and we're pretty happy with the results. Not only will we be able to show the outcomes at the event but we will also be launching Banyula Rural. Formerly O'Grady Rural, Banyula Rural produces foliar sprays for direct application to the crops' leaves, as well as soil amendments. Foliar nutrient application allows for fast absorption. Among other things these sprays contain modified fish hydrolysate and wood vinegar, which is a byproduct of biochar. In terms of soil amendments, Banyula Rural produces fungal dominant compost extract and highly soluble carbon, to improve the biology of the soil, and feed the microorganisms therein.    The goal is a cycle of constant plant, soil and ecosystem improvement.   In the below trial we planted coriander and compared the impact of BEAM. You can see more information on BEAM here: https://lnkd.in/grXWF8qB #soilscience #regenag #farmlife

📢 Exciting News! 📢 We are thrilled to announce the publication of our latest journal article, exploring the allelopathic effects of extracts from Aloe ferox, Aloe marlothii, Anthocleista grandiflora, and Pollichia campestris on plant germination. 🌿 📚 Inspired by the traditional practices of rural farmers in South Africa, the study investigates how these plants, commonly used in crop management, can influence seed germination. Key findings include: * Significant impact on seed germination, with Anthocleista grandiflora showing a notable inhibitory effect. * Potential application as natural herbicides, offering an eco-friendly alternative for vegetation management. * All four extracts compromised the germination of the tested species. * Diluting the A. grandiflora extract to 50% reduced its potency. * Irrigation with extracts had a stronger effect than pre-germination soaking. 📄 Read more about this research in the full article https://lnkd.in/dKMcN3eQ 🌱🎉 A big thank you to our sponsors and everyone who supported our efforts. Partnership is greatly appreciated as we continue to explore sustainable and innovative solutions in agriculture and beyond! #Research #Agriculture #Sustainability #Innovation #TraditionalKnowledge #SeedGermination #Herbicides #FoodSecurity #MedicinalPlants #ScientificDiscovery Bongiwe Mbombo Ben-Erik Van Wyk

#Covercrop management in vineyards drives soil fertility 🌱🍇 day #2 in Armenia 👌 To succeed in regenerative viticulture we need to activate soil fertility Plant biomass is very effective and covercrops add a significant amount of fresh organic matter to soil systems This fresh organic matter trought coverrcops will bring several agronomical advantages compared to bare soils : - Soil structure improvement - A better nutrient availability especially K and N - Lower soil surface temperature - Additional dry matter to maintain the humus content of the soil - Weed management by replacing the plants we fight by the plants we sow ! This is quite a revolution to use such practices in the country Here you can see a nice sorghum + clover + pea + Vetch covercrop that will bring a new agronomical balance in the soil This is all about #regenerative practices and #viticulture ! #regenerativeviticulture BIOSPHERES, agriculture régénératrice

Our findings in this paper published in Field Crops Research highlight the potential of CA-based practices and diversified crop rotations to address the challenges of declining productivity, economic returns, soil degradation, and environmental impact in northwestern India's traditional rice-wheat system.

To direct sow rice seed into dryland systems, as we do for other cereals, carries massive advantages over traditional paddy rice systems that require high levels of water, labour and produce high levels of climate warming green house gases. See below research at Rothamsted on selecting for dryland adapted rice seed. Game changing!?! 👍

Competition time! 🌱 Together with BioGro, Roots, Shoots & Fruits is celebrating #OrganicWeek by giving away a pouch of their flagship Mycorrhizal fungi product, Rootella! For one lucky farmer or grower, we will be giving away a 1-kilogram bag of Rootella G valued at $122. Apply Rootella G and take advantage of a wide range of benefits for new plantings, including increased survival rates, protection from pathogens and improved soil structure. Also, Mycorrhizal fungi are the main pathway of carbon into the soil – where it is stored in permanent carbon sinks! Enter here 👉https://lnkd.in/g_ktAF-b Read more about Mycorrhizal fungi here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gucDMgYZ The competition closes on May 7th. Drawn on May 8. The winner will be contacted via email. #biogro #organic #certified #agriculture #nzbusiness #newzealand #sustainability #environment

By harnessing the power of pre-existing symbiotic relationships between fungi and crops, INERA's Mycorrhizal biofertiliser ensures crops have all they need to thrive and grow strong. The secret to a thriving planet lies in harnessing nature's intelligence. With these pathways, we aspire to revolutionize agriculture, building a better tomorrow for the soil, the grower, and the planet. . . . . . #SustainableAgriculture #InnovativeAgriculture #LivingSoil #ReviveSoil #sustainablefarming #bioagriculture #inera #decarbonisation #paddy #builtwithbiology #xenesis #sustainability #agriculture #farming #healthyfood #innovation #biorevolution #greenhousegases #nature #research #absolute #forpeople #forplanet #soil #inera #farmers #indianfarmer

Integrating beneficial microorganisms into agricultural practices offers significant potential for sustainable crop management. By leveraging their ability to control pathogens and promote plant growth, farmers can enhance crop productivity while reducing environmental impacts. The article on the following link; https://lnkd.in/dCnVz6Rs highlights how the two beneficial microorganisms, Trichoderma asperellum M2RT4 and Hypocrea lixii F3ST31 effectively combat the plant pathogen “Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (Fusarium wilt causal agent), which poses a serious threat to tomato crops.  Additionally, these biocontrol agents enhanced the crop growth and yield by increasing the expression of defense-related genes such as TomPR1, TomPR2, TomloxC, and SWIRKY4.