Evaluating Biostimulant Effects on Growth and Yield of Iceberg Lettuce in Organic and Conventional Systems Under Subsurface Drip Irrigation
Project OverviewIceberg lettuce is a widely-cultivated leafy vegetable with high nutrient requirements, especially…
Performance Evaluation of Nitrate-Nitrogen Sensing Technologies in Organic and Conventional Iceberg Lettuce Systems
Project OverviewEfficient nitrogen management requires close coordination of irrigation and fertilizer applications, as…
Can Precision Irrigation Be an Effective Approach to Suppress Weed Pressure in Organic Lettuce Systems?
This factsheet, published by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, examines how precision irrigation…
Organic Lettuce and Leafy Greens
This factsheet is intended to guide growers in the production of certified organic lettuce and leafy greens. Explore…
Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation for Soilborne Disease and Weed Management in Organic High Tunnel Baby Leaf Lettuce Production
Project OverviewHigh tunnels can extend growing seasons, improve yield, and provide an intermediate level of crop…
Farm Manure Use: Balancing Soil Health and Food Safety for Organic Fresh Produce Production
Project OverviewMany organic producers use manure to provide nutrients and improve or sustain soil health, and some…
Ensuring Best Practices for Microbial Biostimulants and Biofertilizers Among Transitional Organic Vegetable Growers
Project OverviewMany commercial microbe-containing biostimulant and biofertilizer products claim to increase the…
Integrating Poultry: Soil Health and Crop Yield Improvements in Organic Vegetable Systems
Project OverviewIntegrating livestock into organic production systems can provide several benefits, including (1)…
Webinar: Efficient Intercropping for Biological Control of Aphids in Transplanted Organic Lettuce
Discover how organic farmers control aphids naturally using beneficial insects like hoverflies. This resource…
Webinar: Design and Management of Organic Strawberry/Vegetable Rotations
Explore this four-year study on crop rotation with strawberries, featuring broccoli and lettuce. Discover insights on…