Conservation Farming
No one knows better than you that the future of your farm depends on balancing practices and profits that sustain your land, resources and family. The stakes are evolving based on weather patterns, technology, market demand and more. What actions are you taking to remain resilient?
8 steps you can take towards sustainability
- CROP ROTATION
- REDUCED TILLAGE
- NO TILL
- COVER CROPS
- WATER MANAGEMENT
- NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT
- FORAGE AND BIOMASS PLANTING
- DATA AND RECORD KEEPING
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With a career focusing in nutrient management, earlier this winter Tom Snipes became CEO of fertilizer breakout company Ostara as it continues to expand the footprint with its Crystal Green fertilizer.
Chase Larson is the CEO of Bestifor Farms, which is just one of six companies under the Bestifor family of brands. Based in Belleville, Kansas, the company employees 40 people, 30 of which are full time.
Following White House directives, USDA is honoring existing contracts with farmers, releasing approximately $20 million for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP).
While the new parameters for herbicide application add complexity, Stanley Culpepper from the University of Georgia says it is a challenge ag retailers, distributors, Extension and crop consultants have an opportunity to help farmers rise to meet.
California has an excellent climate for growing food, but we forfeit its potential because we neglect our water.
New Product of the Year runner-up RhizoSorb puts an emphasis on phosphorus sustainability from start to finish.
The Conservation Connector directory allows users to search programs by crop, conservation practice, and geography to help producers and their advisers find relevant local programs.
In 2024, Farm Journal Foundation’s Farmer Ambassadors and staff held more than 100 meetings in Washington, D.C., to explain the value of investing in global ag research, development, and nutrition security programs.
According to the new interim rule, farmers can choose one or more of the CSA actions — no-till or reduced-till, cover crops, and nutrient management. Unlike prior rules, farmers no longer have to use all three on the same field at the same time.
2025 IDFA Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award winner bridges tradition and innovation.