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What Happens In A Cattle Feedlot

So what really takes place at a cattle feedlot? Many folks refer to these places of business as factory farms. … More

Farm Loans 101

“Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization” (Daniel Webster). We love our farmers and believe they are the backbone of this nation. If you are new to farming or if it has been in your family for years, it’s important that you know about farm loans. Here are the basics you should be familiar with<br>FSA<br>When talking…

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Professor Don Huber: The Impact of Glyphosate On Agriculture

Glyphosate is the most commonly used herbicide and is also one of the most controversial. Professor Don M. Huber has done extensive research warning that the widespread use of glyphosate has a negative environmental impact. This impact not only affects the soil and plants but can possibly affect the health of animals and human beings. In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer will speak to Professor Don M. Huber to discuss his research. Stay tuned!

How to Grow a Container Garden

Liven up your balcony with these container-loving plants that don’t need to be babied.

10 Tips on How to Water Your Container Gardens

Proper watering plants growing in containers is trickier than you think—learn about the right potting soil, the right containers to use, and the right technique.

Is Scott's Lawn Fertilizer Safe for Kids?

Is Scott's Lawn Fertilizer Safe for Kids?. Having a beautiful, thick, green lawn is the goal of most homeowners. But many worry that having a nice lawn is not worth the possible hazard it will cause to any children who will play on the lawn. Scott's fertilizers are popular choices that give great results, but it is vital to understand the possible...

Can Coffee Become the World's First Sustainable Agricultural Product?

Conservation International sustainable coffee challenge Starbucks call to action make coffee first sustainable agricultural product in the world

Looking At Organic Lawn Fertilizer: What's In It?

Organic Lawn Fertilizer is not created equally. Learn about Weed Pro's Holganix Fertilizer and how it delivers less chemicals and greater results for your lawn.

Is Lawn Fertilizer With Weed Control Poisonous to Dogs?

Is the grass greener on the other side of the fence? If you are

What’s inside? Understanding your lawn fertilizers

With spring in full fling, it’s a good time to evaluate your landscaping company’s fertilization program and see how it’s performed in the past and whether or not you should choose a new fertilizer for this year. If the fertilizing products you’ve been using don’t seem to be working as well as they should or […]

Mistakes to avoid when applying lawn fertilizer

Fertilizing is an important step in lawn maintenance. Find out what mistakes to avoid when applying lawn fertilizer in early spring here on Total Landscape Care.

The benefits of raising dual-purpose chickens

Compromise is often a bad thing but in the case of dual-purpose chickens it is

5 Dual-Purpose DIYs For Your College Dwelling

Bunk beds. Bulky desks. No room to store ANYTHING. Welcome back to college life! Whether you live in a dorm or an apartment, space is often tight when you’re in college. Finding places to store eve…

Dual Purpose: 4 Ways You Can Increase Both Traffic and Conversions

They’re rare. There are very few that exist in the marketing world. These are the marketing tactics that affect both traffic and conversions.<br>The two most important numbers in digital marketing are traffic and conversion rate. Multiply the first number by…Read More ›

Machine Learning: The Secret Sauce of Precision Agriculture for Fighting Crop Diseases

The advancement of machine learning applications for agriculture has come at the right time to offer a different approach comparatively to the traditional ways for disease detection. Photo credit: Pexels With the development of agricultural technologies, crop and plant diseases have been advancing as well, causing degradation of both quality and quantity of agricultural products. While methods for curing these diseases do exist, they are often…

Are Dual Purpose Batteries Better Than Conventional Flooded Lead Acid?

Whether you rely on a multiple-battery system or a single battery for your work truck, a reliable battery is essential equipment to keep you on the road and operating all the electrical accessories you need.

How Are Microplastics Changing Agricultural Crops?

Invisible but pervasive, microplastics are now found in soils. Scientists investigate the impact of various types of microplastics on agricultural crop growth and find it increases microbial activity and belowground growth of spring onions.

Conservation easements and agriculture: How to preserve a ranch as a ranch

Conservation easements can do many things and are not for everyone. However, when a conservation easement is desired to preserve a working ranch, special care should be taken to make

Can Organic Crops Compete With Industrial Agriculture?

Can Organic Crops Compete With Industrial Agriculture?