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Hidden threats to soil apparent from sewage sludge research

Envirotec Magazine

Recent research from The James Hutton Institute suggests that hidden threats from the agricultural use of contaminated sewage sludge could be contributing to already diminished poor soil health. million tonnes of sewage sludge produced in the UK is recycled to agricultural land. Around 87% of the 3.6

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5 cool measurement tools attempting to quantify regenerative agriculture

GreenBiz

5 cool measurement tools attempting to quantify regenerative agriculture. Many practices are associated with regenerative agriculture — anything from no-till practices to pesticide-free farming. What is considered regenerative in one location might not qualify for the same label under other agricultural conditions. .

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Soil health practices are paying off

GreenBiz

A new report shows that regenerative agriculture practices are good for incomes, soil health and the environment.

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6 differences between forestry and soil carbon offsets

GreenBiz

6 differences between forestry and soil carbon offsets. Carbon credit projects vary widely, from urban forestry projects to air carbon capture to regenerative agriculture. In two VERGE 20 sessions, experts dived deep into the specifics of soil carbon credits and forestry carbon credits. Soil credits are much newer.

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Electric tractors, agribots and regenerative agriculture

GreenBiz

Electric tractors, agribots and regenerative agriculture. Without the benefit of their favorite search engine, I’m certain many readers would be hard-pressed to name the largest, pure-play agricultural equipment company in the world. Heather Clancy. Thu, 12/17/2020 - 01:30. With new CEO Eric Hansotia poised to step up Jan. Courtesy of.

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Why protecting soil carbon is a win-win for farmers and the planet

GreenBiz

The benefits of protecting and restoring soil carbon go well beyond any one farm or any one year. But not enough people are taking these steps.

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How adding rock dust to soil could help drive carbon into the ground

GreenBiz

Researchers are finding that when pulverized rock is applied to agricultural fields, the soil pulls far more carbon from the air and crop yields increase. More studies are underway, but some scientists say this method shows significant benefits for farmers and the climate.

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