Building a bean that resists leafhoppers
American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), Soil Science Society of America (SSSA)
Saltwater intrusion means farmers must adapt their management practices.
Low biomass production limits cover crop effects on soils
Blogs look at the immediate and long-term impacts on the Gulf’s coastal soils
Miscanthus, willow found as good biomass crops to add carbon to vulnerable soils
With a little training, farmers and scientists can use drones to grow food more efficiently
Long-term farm success depends on sustainable practices.
Nutrient cycling of stream ecosystems dependent on portion of salmons’ lifecycle.
But different microbes have distinct roles to play, and environmental factors influence activity.
Patience is a virtue for on-farm flood recovery
Soil gets more than just “cover” from cover crops.
Protecting the permafrost after a record fire season
Study investigates plant behavior when exposed to higher carbon dioxide levels.
Every action counts – no food is impact-free.
Technology lends a hand during tedious seed counting process
Unique soils provide many beneficial values to society.
New findings suggest soils exposed to salt release more greenhouse gas
Genetic engineering makes cotton seeds safe for human consumption
Study shows improvement of soils and streams in the southern Appalachians
Agricultural advances are primary culprit of the lost prairie
Research shows fungi may slow climate change by storing more carbon
What do nutrients do for plants?
Research shows tillage and vegetation can help alleviate compaction
Soils releasing carbon as gas lead to challenges on valuable farmland
The San Joaquin soil contributes billions of dollars toward the state’s economy.
Alternative methods have safer environmental impact
Unmanned aerial vehicles provide reliable, accurate data to growers.
Sticky or unsticky rice? A decision worthy of deep contemplation before dinner.
Cover crops may increase sustainability of carambola groves
Researchers identify production strategies to help manage phosphorus
Groups collaborate on future ventures
High tunnels provide fresh, local vegetables in northern climes
Study investigates effects of irrigation management on yield and profit
Join in celebrating World Soil Day on December 5th
The Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies (ACSESS), announced that Nicholas J. Goeser has been named Chief Executive Officer.
Spark conversation with fun facts about Thanksgiving foods!
Scientists identify more efficient methods for evaluating heat tolerance
Fossil pollen can help reconstruct the past and predict the future
Providing food closer to home in cities is possible
Advances in technology allow for baling larger amounts of hay, faster
Media invited to these speakers in San Antonio
Research determines optimal heat conditions for weed seed control in Louisiana sugarcane fields
Agronomists, crop and soil scientists from around the world to meet in San Antonio
Disease resistance, flavor and more come from tiny tubers
Research shows adding sesame to cotton-sorghum crop rotations is possible in west Texas
Societies celebrate the discovery of this important element in 1669
A paradox of too much and too little of this necessary nutrient
The crop has many uses as plant-based food and fiber
Better simulating soil’s processes helps better predict climate and land use effects
Study assembles canola root’s dose-response curves for nitrogen sources