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Should I Fertilize My Beef Pastures?
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In part 17 of our “What’s Your Beef?” series on raising cattle on small farms, we discuss grazing conditions for beef cattle and other classes of grazing livestock. My motivation in writing this article is due to the many atrocious grazing conditions that I find beef cattle and other classes of livestock grazing in…
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New Findings Further the Study of Dynamic Accumulators
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A new on-farm study in Central New York sheds light on the potential applications for dynamic accumulator plants for Northeast farmers and growers. By Ben Tyler and Greta Zarro As permaculture principles gain popularity, there is growing interest in “dynamic accumulator” plants and their potential as nutrient catch crops, “chop and drop” mulches, and fodder…
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The Importance of Fertilizer Management for Small Farmers
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Soil fertility is a key for high yielding crops and reducing economic pressure for small farmers. Nutrient management is key to having a sustainable high yielding crop, without damaging the plant, environment, and overall soil productivity. Even if the operation is organic or conventional; the crop’s nutrient needs must be met to ensure a satisfactory…
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Recipe for Success: Brew Your Own Biofertilizer
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Have you thought about switching to a biofertilizer? Full spectrum biofertilizers like “Super Magro” have simple ingredients and can prevent yield loss. Through plant nutrition, biofertilizers reduce disease, pest, and physiological stress, to maximize your crops’ performance. After brewing the base recipe, Super Magro can be tailored by adding specific mineral salts to fit your…
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