Learn about ground beetles, vital predators in agriculture that number close to 40,000 species globally. They control insect pests both as adults and larvae, making them essential allies for farmers and researchers in sustainable pest management.

Explore eight introductory pollination guides for vegetable crops to assist in directed plant breeding. Available in PDF, PowerPoint, and now in French, these resources offer essential techniques for controlled pollination.

This article explores compost extract's definitions, relevance to organic production, and findings from a study on its biological and chemical characteristics, highlighting variability and challenges in assessing the effectiveness of specific compost extracts.

Explore the use of caprylic and capric acid as chemical weed control agents in an integrated weed management plan.

This resource provides an overview of serious agricultural weeds and their plant families, aiding farmers and researchers in identifying weeds through taxonomic relationships and distinguishing characteristics, enhancing their understanding of weed management in agriculture.

Explore the benefits of mulching for weed suppression and crop growth, including biodegradable options. Discover emerging products evaluated at universities, with paper mulches currently meeting NOP standards for organic production.

Bacterial wilt, caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, significantly affects potato and tomato crops. Learn the biology and management of this pathogen in this informative factsheet.

Explore the benefits of using black plastic tarps in organic vegetable farming to reduce intensive tillage, control weeds, and preserve soil health while minimizing costs associated with traditional tillage methods.

Solarization (clear plastic) and tarping (black plastic) can be effective weed management strategies in organic vegetable production systems. This eOrganic guide outlines mechanisms, research results, weed species responses, soil effects, and practical tips for implementing and timing solarization/tarping in the Northeast.

This resource offers essential training and tools for organic seed growers, focusing on enterprise budgeting, inventory management, and marketing strategies to enhance organic seed production, profitability, and national supply. Explore the toolkit and presentations from past conferences.

Explore the evolution of plant breeding, emphasizing the importance of genetic diversity for crop improvement and the shift from freely exchanged seeds to proprietary products, impacting farmers and researchers in their agricultural practices.

Forward contracts offer farmers and researchers the ability to lock in prices for future sales, providing stability and predictability in fluctuating markets. Explore these options to safeguard your financial planning and enhance your agricultural strategies.