Effects of Organic and Synthetic Fertilizer on Insect Herbivore Populations in Quinoa
Project OverviewFertilizers, which provide essential nutrients to crops throughout the growing season, are an important…
Cover Crops Prove Effective at Increasing Soil Nitrogen for Organic Potato Production
Project OverviewInterest in organic agriculture is growing steadily in California, with crops including potatoes…
Spring-Seeded Winter Rye Living Mulches Enhance Crop Biodiversity and Promote Reduced Tillage in Organic Soybeans
Project OverviewWeed management remains a top challenge for organic producers, and frequent tillage and cultivation are…
Tomato Seedling Performance in Commercial Organic Growing Media
Project OverviewGrowing media, or greenhouse potting mixes, provide a nutrient-rich substrate for seedling transplants…
Living Mulches, Crimped Cover Crops, and Plastic Mulch Influence on Soil Health, Weed Suppression, and Yield in Organic Globe Artichoke Systems
Project OverviewGround cover management is an important tool for managing crop quality and sustainability within…
Fall-Sown Small Grain Cover Crops for Weed Suppression and Soil Moisture Management in an Irrigated Organic Agroecosystem
Project OverviewWinter cover crops are becoming an increasingly important cultural management practice against weeds.…
Promoting Higher Levels of Immunity from Colostrum Among Calves on Organic Dairy Farms
Project OverviewColostrum is the nutrient-dense first milk produced by a cow in the first days after giving birth.…
Kaolin Clay Reduces Western Grape Leafhopper Abundance and Fruit Sunburn in Warm-Climate Vineyards
Project OverviewOrganic fruit growers rely on environmentally-acceptable pest management materials to protect their…
Evaluating Locally Available Organic Amendments to Enhance Soil Health Indicators for Highbush Blueberry Production East of the Cascades in the U.S. Pacific Northwest
Project OverviewBlueberries are a popular and important berry crop in the United States, especially in the Pacific…
Mineral Amendments Benefit Soil Moisture but not Nutrient Cycling or Crop Productivity in a Florida Organic Vegetable System Established on a Sandy Soil
Project OverviewSoil amendments are a cornerstone practice for building soil health, especially in organic systems.…