rbon sequestration in agriculture is often presented as a win for the climate, soil, and farm economics. But for those managing real fields, it’s worth asking: how much carbon can realistically…
A Practical Guide for Farmers and Agribusinesses Why This Transition Is Happening Farmers today face tough challenges: soils are degrading, weather is less predictable, inputs are expensive, regulations are tightening,…
Why PCN Is Today’s Biggest Potato Challenge Potato cyst nematodes (PCN) – Globodera pallida and G. rostochiensis – are among the most destructive soil-borne pests in potato systems. These microscopic…
Fertilizer is among the highest variable costs in many cropping systems. The conventional flat (uniform) application rate has been simple and reliable, but it often leaves money on the table…
Mealybugs (Pseudococcidae) are among the most persistent and destructive pests in greenhouse and nursery production. They infest hundreds of plant species, from ornamental plants to fruit and vegetable crops, and…
In recent years, “regenerative agriculture” has become a prominent concept across the agricultural sector. It promises improved soil function, reduced input dependency, and long-term system resilience. However, a central question…
Standard soil sampling protocols typically focus on the top 0-20 cm (0-0.8 inch) layer, where the majority of nutrient applications and root initiation occur. However, this conventional approach overlooks a…
Precision agriculture has enabled unprecedented fine-tuning of crop management – from variable-rate fertilization to micro-zone irrigation. Growers and agronomists can now make site-specific decisions and respond to variability within a…
Potassium is an essential nutrient for plants, involved in numerous physiological processes that influence water dynamics. Unlike nitrogen and phosphorus, which contribute to biomass accumulation and energy storage, potassium primarily…
Agriculture is inherently risky, with farmers and agribusinesses constantly facing uncertainties related to weather. Such risks include pests, diseases, fluctuating market prices, and supply chain disruptions and more . Effective…
Wednesday, July 29, 2015 What is Cause Marketing? Part 1 By Dr Kathy Kelley, Professor of Horticultural Marketing and Business Management, and Dana Ollendyke, Extension Associate Have you seen advertisements…
Tuesday, July 14, 2015 Crowdfunding: An Exciting New Way to Fund a Project By Juliette Enfield, Penn State Extension Educator, Warren Co. The success of any business depends on the…