Category: Soil Health
Organic cider orchard field day offered for growers
Join OSU Extension and the Oregon Organic Coalition on May 7 for an immersive orchard tour covering pest management, soil health and organic production practices.
Penn State: vineyard groundcover influences soil microbiome, lessens weed pressure
Penn State researchers believe natural groundcovers have a positive influence on soil health. Learn how these practices drive microbial activity.
National study offers free soil sample analysis for farmers
Farmers can receive a free soil analysis while supporting soil health research. Complete a survey and send in your sample to join.
MSU case study: How a certified organic vegetable farm integrated native plants
Learn how the project demonstrates the potential for integrating native plants into existing organic vegetable farms.
Rodale Institute CEO connects regenerative organic ag to healthy communities
Rodale Institute CEO Jeff Tkach explains how regenerative organic farming affects human health. Read his new book for practical insights.
CDFA awards $1.69 million for organic irrigation and nutrient research
CDFA awarded $1.69 million for research on irrigation and nutrient management in organic systems. Learn how the projects aim to support growers.
MSU to host regenerative agriculture webinar series for growers
MSU is hosting the 2026 Regenerative Agriculture Webinar Series in February. Learn soil health, cover crops, and regenerative strategies.
Mechanical advances help target weeds on organic vegetable farms
Mechanical weeding tools help organic farms cut labor and manage weeds sustainably. See how one Michigan grower puts these tools to work.
Fresh Views: Sustainability for the future of farming
Explore practical ways to improve your farm’s environmental, economic and social sustainability through soil care, biodiversity and smart tools.
Full Belly Farm balances the practical with the ecological
Full Belly Farm thrives on crop diversity, soil health and organic growing. Learn how the California farm supports sustainability.
Growers wanted for USDA-backed compost research trials
Growers in CA, WA, and CO can join USDA-backed compost trials and receive up to $10,500 and free tech support. Get details on the study now.
Rodale Institute set to host annual Organic Field Day July 18
Rodale Institute’s annual Organic Field Day is slated for July 18 in Kutztown, PA. Get details on the demonstrations and register now.
Webinar to highlight organic research on soil health, pest management
An organic farming research webinar on June 17 will explore soil health, pest control and cropping systems. Get more details and register now.
Understanding compost analysis and soil test differences
Knowing the differences between compost analysis and soil tests can optimize soil health and plant productivity. Explore the differences now.
MSU Extension introduces strategic direction plan
After a year of listening and learning, Michigan State University Extension, the community outreach arm of the university, has released its newly completed 2024 Strategic Direction Plan.