This resource discusses field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis), a widespread noxious weed affecting agriculture across all 50 US states. It's commonly found in various environments, posing significant challenges to crop production and land management.

Explore this informative primer on soil microbes in organic cropping systems. This factsheet covers the role of microbes, the importance of microbial diversity, and how to assess soil microbial status.

This resource provides essential guidance for organic tomato growers on disease management, including crop rotation and sanitation. A comprehensive list of fungicides and their efficacy is included to aid in effective disease control.

Discover findings from a collaborative 2018 research project aimed at enhancing biological control of spider mites and whiteflies in organic cucurbit and tomato systems, supported by a NIFA OREI grant across several universities.

Spinach is a vital crop, with 30 million tons produced globally, yet there are challenges to spinach seed production that growers should be familiar with. Learn more in this factsheet!

This factsheet covers the key roles that microbes play in nutrient cycling and plant growth, and how managing both beneficial and pathogenic microbes is challenging for optimal crop performance.

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.