Biostimulants vs. Fertilizers: Key Differences and Impacts on Crop Growth

Posted 2025-09-15 12:00:32 by: ONFARM Support

Biostimulants are increasingly popular, but are they as effective as synthetic fertilizers? Explore the key differences between traditional fertilizers and these naturally-derived materials to learn the best tools for improving production on your farm. The post Biostimulants vs. Fertilizers: Key Differences and Impacts on Crop Growth appeared first on Modern ...

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9 Soil-Feeding Cover Crops to Plant in September

Posted 2025-09-08 09:00:18 by: ONFARM Support

Cover cropping offers farmers a cheap and productive way to condition and protect soil through seasons where erosion is more likely. Each type has its own benefits, and there are many to choose from. Consider adding one to your farm this fall, and reap the rewards in spring. The post 9 Soil-Feeding Cover Crops to Plant in September appeared first on Modern ...

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9 Crops to Sow in September

Posted 2025-09-01 09:00:55 by: ONFARM Support

As summer’s end nears, farmers get ready for winter. Some prepare to shut down the farm, and some plant fall crops. Fall crops provide revenue through winter, giving farms a profitable season even when most plants are dormant. The post 9 Crops to Sow in September appeared first on Modern ...

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How to Fight Soil Nutrient Loss with Prairie Strips

Posted 2025-08-25 09:00:33 by: ONFARM Support

As farmland degradation accelerates globally, prairie strips are emerging as a critical conservation solution. These strategic rows of native prairie plants, installed between crop fields, can reduce soil nutrient loss while restoring biodiversity to agricultural landscapes. The post How to Fight Soil Nutrient Loss with Prairie Strips appeared first on Modern ...

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Fight Potato Viruses with Wildflowers: 9 Flowers to Try

Posted 2025-08-18 09:00:53 by: ONFARM Support

Farmers who have encountered potato viruses know there is no viable treatment for them. But preventative measures go beyond ensuring seed quality is high. Here are 9 wildflowers that attract predators of the aphid vector species. The post Fight Potato Viruses with Wildflowers: 9 Flowers to Try appeared first on Modern ...

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How to Speed Up Your Compost: 5 Recommendations

Posted 2025-08-11 09:00:22 by: ONFARM Support

Getting a healthy amount of compost to spread on your crops ahead of the season gives them the boost they need to really take off. Learn these five ways to speed up the composting process, and you’ll have nutrient-rich humus in no time. The post How to Speed Up Your Compost: 5 Recommendations appeared first on Modern ...

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How to Beat the Weeds in a No-Till Landscape

Posted 2025-08-04 10:00:13 by: ONFARM Support

Limiting or ceasing tillage offers improvements to soil health, but it can lead to problems with weeds. Here are a few ways you can beat weeds in a no-till environment. The post How to Beat the Weeds in a No-Till Landscape appeared first on Modern ...

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The 7 Best Crops for Dry Farming

Posted 2025-08-04 09:00:26 by: ONFARM Support

Dry farming is a viable strategy that helps farmers adapt to their local climate. It bolsters farms located in dry areas, allowing them to produce even though water is scarce. Take note of these 7 crops as you develop your own dry farm. The post The 7 Best Crops for Dry Farming appeared first on Modern ...

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Nutrient Cycling on the Farm: 5 Practices to Implement Now

Posted 2025-07-28 09:00:45 by: ONFARM Support

Achieving a closed system on your farm is easy with a few key practices. Shifting focus toward nutrient cycling can turn a labor-intensive farm into a more passive, yet fruitful, endeavor. Here, gardener and Master Naturalist Sarah Jay shares how to implement nutrient cycling on your farm to improve your soil and yields. The post Nutrient Cycling on the Farm: 5 Practices to Implement Now appeared first on Modern ...

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How to Start a Permaculture Farm

Posted 2025-07-28 09:00:06 by: ONFARM Support

Permaculture principles can be applied to gardens, large landscapes, and communities. Join Briana Yablonski to learn how to start a permaculture farm using environmentally-friendly practices. The post How to Start a Permaculture Farm appeared first on Modern ...

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