Organic farmers often rely on tillage to control weeds, but with the cover crop-based organic no-till systems, we’re seeing hpromising results of effective weed control, maintained productivity, and improved soil health.
Abstract This chapter presents an agroecological approach for assessing crop and soil management effects on the sustainability of the soil resource. Crop yield, soil profile N concentrations, denitrification, earthworm populations, […]
After thirty years of research, Rodale Institute’s Farming Systems Trial (FST) still remains a relevant catalyst for change in American agriculture.
This study looks at Rodale Institute’s Farming Systems Tial to observe how managed and natural systems respond to climate-related stress.
Abstract While the area in organic production continues to expand, and we see a growing selection of organic products in the U.S. marketplace, the “Why organic?” debate continues. Many proponents […]
Authored by L. E. Drinkwater1 and S. S. Snapp2 Abstract Agricultural intensification has greatly increased the productive capacity of agroecosystems, but has had unintended environmental consequences including degradation of soil […]
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Join us at FarmerJawn on August 18th for a field walk and farm tour! FarmerJawn is a 128-acre working farm, building a model that enables regenerative organic food production by […]
StarWalker Organic Farm Field Day Linking Arms to Build the Future of Regenerative Organic Meat Details: Join us at StarWalker Organic Farms, the nation’s first Regenerative Organic Certified® beef and […]
Are you considering the transition to organic farming for your dairy farm and or interested in improving the return on investment for your organic farm through markets? Join us for […]
