Soil health hinges on robust communities of soil bacteria and insects. However, a recent science review published in Frontiers in Environmental Science shows that pesticides sprayed both above and...
Jul 01, 2019
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It is well known that organic farming practices increase important and beneficial biodiversity. A recent study published in the journal Biota...
Apr 01, 2019
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A recent article published in the Journal of Applied Ecology shows that contrary to popular perception, increased biodiversity on the farm can...
Jun 23, 2018
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It is understood that organic farming leads to substantial growth and improvement of soil microbial communities. However, few studies have...
May 16, 2017
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The use of manure is often cited as the reason organically managed soils have higher soil health than conventionally managed soils, but research out of...
Mar 09, 2016
A type of fungi known as arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi is commonly associated with providing fruit trees with such benefits as increased water and mineral uptake. A recent study published in...
Jun 12, 2015
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A recent study published in Agronomy for Sustainable Development has confirmed that organic farming is beneficial for soil organisms. The study compared...
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