Mulching techniques have emerged as a pivotal component in sustainable agriculture by enhancing soil management and improving crop yields. The application of various mulches—including plastic films, ...

Regular soil testing and pH management are essential components of modern, sustainable crop production. Understanding and ...

Salinization – the increasing amount of salt content in soil – contributes to land degradation, desertification and subsequently food insecurity. In the Middle East, the main constraint on ...

This week marked the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, highlighting the importance of accelerating progress to restore 1.5 billion hectares of degraded land around the world. The IAEA ...

A healthy lifestyle consists of a mixture of habits. Diet, exercise, sleep and other factors all must be in balance. Similarly, a sustainable farm operates on a balanced plan of soil, crop, and water ...

Even when harvest wraps up and the bins are full, the work isn’t done. The choices you make after harvest can make or break next year’s crop, especially when it comes to soil management. Well-managed ...

Smallholder farmers have been taught to restore soil health by learning sustainable farming practices like vermicomposting and integrated pest management. The adoption of these techniques has led to ...

One of the most effective weed management tools is good crop husbandry. A strong and competitive crop offers less opportunity for weeds. All crop management techniques that contribute to good growth ...