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Soil samples arranged for spectral scanning.- Black bean plants growing in field rows.
- Field observations to track plant development and connect crop performance with soil and nutrient conditions.
- Strawberry rows established on raised beds under field production conditions.
- Corn plants growing under field conditions
- Cattle grazing winter forage crops as part of an integrated crop–livestock system.
- Young corn plants emerging from the soil, a critical stage for nutrient availability and crop establishment.
- Soil sampling conducted to evaluate BMP performance under field conditions.
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Manure and Perennials Leave a Lasting Legacy on Soil Health
Perennials and repeated manure applications produced the strongest and most consistent improvements in soil biological health. Continue Reading
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More Nitrogen Is Not Always Better for Florida Tomatoes
Higher fertilizer costs do not always mean lower profits. A recent Florida study found that controlled-release nitrogen fertilizers improved profitability by increasing nitrogen use efficiency while maintaining tomato… Continue Reading
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Dairy Soil Health Depends on Management and Environment
Soil health improves with better management, but climate, texture, irrigation, and manure history shape the response. Continue Reading
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The Potential of Summer Cover Crops for Building Soil Carbon in Sandy Soils
Summer cover crops increased soil organic matter and labile carbon pools in sandy subtropical vegetable soils. Continue Reading
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