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Researchers make surprising discovery after planting two common crops side by side — here's how it could shake up food production
The researchers looked to tap into intercropping as a way to boost productivity and efficiency. Specific to almonds, winter ...
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Plantain power: Reducing nitrate leaching in pasture systems
The findings are published in the journal Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment. At a 30% plantain inclusion in a grass-clover sward, in year 1 nitrate leaching was reduced by 6% and 56% on poorly ...
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TUdi project launches multilingual leaflets on soil health and agricultural practices, now available in eight languages
TUdi has created nine multilingual leaflets providing guidance on managing soil health which are now available in 8 languages!
Revolutionizing agriculture with nanotechnology: A game-changer for crop production
As climate change, soil degradation, and food security concerns continue to rise, nanotechnology presents an opportunity to enhance crop production efficiently and sustainably.
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Federal nitrate pollution lawsuit against eastern Oregon farms moves forward
A federal lawsuit accusing agricultural businesses of polluting groundwater in the Lower Umatilla Basin is moving forward.
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Head of School, School of Agriculture & Environment/Professor in Sheep Husbandry
Paul is the Head of the School of Agriculture and Environment ... the impacts on sheep grazing on nitrate leaching levels and farmer learning. These research projects are undertaken at both the basic ...