Canadian and French scientists have uncovered a soil microbe that degrades a common veterinary antibiotic both to protect itself and get nutrition, an ability the researchers suggest could be widespread.
Dust is on the rise in many regions of the United States and the world, giving researchers more cause than ever to understand what exactly natural dust is made of and whether any of its constituents pose a risk to human health.
A new book describes urban-rural interactions and the issues facing both people and ecosystems at those interfaces
More than 1350 scientists and members of the agricultural community signed a petition asking lawmakers to avoid sequestration.
Soil scientists and archeologists have uncovered evidence that the Maya grew corn sustainably in the lowlands of Tikal, Guatemala, but that they may also have farmed erosion-prone slopes over time.
The 1930s Dust Bowl was a singular event in U.S. history, but Dust Bowl-like droughts and conditions do still occur. Experts are available to discuss what events like the 2012 U.S. drought mean for us now and how we can prepare for similar events in the future.
Twenty years after its inception, the continued need for water quality improvement has led to a call for further advancement of the Phosphorus Index.
Join a panel of experts as they discuss how to practice good nutrient management in a drought and get the most out of your crop in dry conditions.
The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) announces the following 2012 Fellows that will be formally recognized during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH. Members of the Society nominate worthy colleagues based on their professional achievements and meritorious service. Only 0.3 percent of the Society’s active and emeritus members may be elected Fellow.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) announces the following 2012 Fellows that will be formally recognized during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH. ASA has been selecting outstanding members as Fellows since 1924. Members of the Society nominate worthy colleagues based on their professional achievements and meritorious service. Only 0.3 percent of the Society’s active and emeritus members may be elected Fellow.
The Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) announces the following 2012 Fellows that will be formally recognized during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH. Members of the Society nominate worthy colleagues based on their professional achievements and meritorious service. Only 0.3 percent of the Society’s active and emeritus members may be elected Fellow.
The Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) announces the following 2012 awards that will be formally presented during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH.
The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) announces the following 2012 awards that will be formally presented during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) announce the following 2012 Scholarships and Fellowships. These awards will be formally presented during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) announces the following 2012 awards that will be formally presented during their Annual Meetings, Oct. 21-24, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH.
A study from North Carolina State University investigates the health effects field paints have on the turfgrass they cover.
Nanoparticles in the environment, wastewater reuse, global food security, and automated weed identification are among the research topics to be covered at the 2012 meetings of the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America and Soil Science Society of America.
2012 World Food Prize recipient, soil scientist Daniel Hillel, is among several noteworthy speakers at the 2012 ASA-CSSA-SSSA meetings in October.
Agronomy, Crop, and Soil Science Societies part of program highlighting Landsat's tracking of fire, food, and water on the day the first satellite launched forty years ago, and discusses its growing significance during the next forty years, and beyond.
Food, agriculture, and environmental research part of sequestration spending slash planned as part of an upcoming vote on the defense appropriations bill.
As the natural gas extraction process known as fracking surges across Pennsylvania, scientists are trying to understand what the short- and long-term consequences could be for the state's forests and watersheds.
American Society of Agronomy Provides Panel of Experts to Answer Questions Related to Heat and Dry Conditions
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) applaud the U.S. Senate's passage today of the 2012 Farm Bill.
Scientists and stakeholders to focus on economic and environmental considerations of nutrient management planning.
The 1930s Dust Bowl proved what a disastrous effect wind can have on dry, unprotected topsoil. Now a new study has uncovered a less obvious, but equally troubling, impact of wind: Not only can it carry away soil particles, but also agriculturally important bacteria that build soil and recycle nutrients.
Accurate Predictions Found in Early Test Results of New Model, Timely Due to Emerging Questions Regarding Forest Land Use and the Environmental Impact
Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies to provide publication management and marketing.
Nation's largest effort to engage students in the sciences will feature Agronomy, Crop, and Soil Science Societies.
Rescheduling markup important to keep effort from lapsing later this summer.
Personal Experience Key to Iowa Congressman Tom Latham's Belief in Protection and Proper Management of Soil as a Precious Natural Resource.
Can a computer replace what's typically learned during hands-on in the field experiments? A pilot study may indicate a virtual environment does more than just fill the gap. Learn how researchers found it captured and engaged students of all ages and stages of their careers.
New research compares general nutrient application to recommended manure and fertilizer management by tracking the impact on soil and corn tissue.
Agronomic science gets a boost by building public and private partnerships, already resulting in an infusion of the needed money for research and extension programs, but also boosting the legitimacy of work being done by both companies and universities.
Range of Methods Considered Standard is Inadequate for Today's Research. A new and first of its kind book provides a practical guide for the use of modern statistical methods within agricultural and natural resources sciences.
The growing availability of safer products has made plant growth regulators (PGRs) a key part of many turfgrass management programs today. Now, a new presentation available from the Crop Science Society of America takes turf managers through the current applications of PGRs, with a focus on high-quality turf environments, such as golf courses.
Congress maintains critical funding for the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
U.S. lawns cover an area almost as large as Florida, making turfgrass our largest ‘crop’ and lawn fertilizer use a legitimate issue.
In more than 50 on-farm demonstration projects, nitrogen application rates selected by crop sensors increased yield by almost 2 bushels per acre compared with farmer-chosen rates, while reducing by 25% the amount of excess nitrogen that was applied to fields but not removed in grain.
Fifty high school students were hand-picked by school administrators to participate in the Platinum Scholars Program at a prestigious San Antonio scientific conference Oct. 18.
A study in the Journal of Environmental Quality reports that total emissions of the greenhouse gas, nitrous oxide, were not significantly affected by tillage practices when expressed on an area basis. When they were calculated per unit yield of grain, however, emissions were significantly greater under no-tillage compared with conventional tillage.
In an analysis of 18 years of crop yield and farm management data from a long-term University of Minnesota trial, an organic crop rotation was consistently more profitable and carried less risk of low returns than conventional corn and soybean production, even when organic prime premiums were cut by half.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) will recognize the following individuals as 2011 ASA Fellows at a special Awards Ceremony during their Annual Meeting on Oct. 16-19 in San Antonio, TX
The annual awards are presented for outstanding contributions to agronomy through education, national and international service, and research.
The American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) will present the following 2011 Scholarships and Fellowships during their Annual Meeting on Oct. 16-19 in San Antonio, TX.
Twin-row soybean production is the preferred growing method for growers, but is it more productive than the conventional single-row method?
A new handbook for field scientists and other model users highlights the proper methods of model use.
Recent research offers new insight on the silage yield and quality responses of corn hybrids to seeding rates.
Researchers determine relationships between human sources of phosphorus and harmful amounts of phosphorus in aquatic environments.
In his role as agronomic education manager, which is a new position for ASA, Bruce Erickson will develop new educational programs for certified professionals and help build the Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) program as it expands around the world.
Scientists study the effects of grazing management practices on sediment, phosphorus, and harmful bacteria deposits into pasture streams.
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