A study published in the journal Biological Agriculture & Horticulture assessed soil nitrogen oxidation through field incubation, and analyzed the rate of nitrogen release by commercial fertilizers compared with farmyard manure compost. For the study, a three-year organic crop rotation was set up in a field with sandy loam, with a cover crop of rye and vetch for green manure. In the … Continue reading Organic fertilizer can be used to increase crop yield in plants grown in rotation
Why you should learn about herbs in your area: Wild edibles and medicinal plants can offer food security
Food insecurity caused by drought, war, poverty and high rates of population growth has left around 800 million – or one in nine – people chronically hungry and unable to derive the necessary nutrition from their daily food supply. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) explains that since 80 percent of people in the most affected countries … Continue reading Why you should learn about herbs in your area: Wild edibles and medicinal plants can offer food security
Trees are good for your emotional health: Study determines living on the edge of a forest is good for your brain
Being near and around nature will make anyone feel good – it’s not rocket science. But according to a report by Daily Mail, German scientists have now uncovered physical proof of the wonders that nature can do to a person’s psyche. The researchers conducted a study to assess stress-processing regions in the brain and how these develop to exposure … Continue reading Trees are good for your emotional health: Study determines living on the edge of a forest is good for your brain
Organic fertilizers made with moringa promote the healthier growth of wheat
If you’re thinking of planting wheat, try adding some moringa to the mix to help it grow faster and keep weeds at bay, according to a study in Allelopathy Journal. In the study, the researchers investigated extracts from the leaves, flowers, and seeds of the moringa tree (Moringa oleifera), in particular, how they affect the growth of wheat (Triticum … Continue reading Organic fertilizers made with moringa promote the healthier growth of wheat
Graphene could make fertilizer more efficient, affordable and environmentally friendly
Researchers continue to search for fertilizers that are more efficient and affordable. One study, published in the journal Applied Materials and Interfaces, looked at graphene as a carrier for fertilizers to exhibit these characteristics, without causing more harm to the environment. A team of researchers at the University of Adelaide developed a fertilizer carrier using graphene oxide sheets to make effective … Continue reading Graphene could make fertilizer more efficient, affordable and environmentally friendly
It’s easier than you think: How to grow a vegetable garden
Have you ever thought of growing your very own vegetable garden? It may take some patience, but it’s easier than you think. You only need proper planning and knowing which vegetables are the best to plant based on your needs and gardening skill. Growing vegetables can be a fun activity, especially as a way to get the … Continue reading It’s easier than you think: How to grow a vegetable garden
3 Elderberry Benefits to Boost Your Wellness
Source: 3 Elderberry Benefits to Boost Your Wellness by Dr. Edward Group Elderberry, scientific name Sambucus nigra, comes from the elder tree, which is native to Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. It also grows across the United States and Canada. Many cultures have appreciated and relied on the elder tree for everything from musical … Continue reading 3 Elderberry Benefits to Boost Your Wellness
What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits
Source: What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits by Dr. Edward Group Saponins are naturally occurring plant glycosides; which is to say they are phytochemicals — chemicals found in plants. They possess soap-like qualities and produce a lather when mixed with water.[1] Over one hundred families of plants contain saponins and there are more than eleven classes … Continue reading What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits
Here’s why kale is called the ‘beef’ of a plant-based diet
While there's no official definition of the term superfood, the generally implied idea is a fruit or vegetable that is particularly nutritious and beneficial to your overall health and wellness, with high phytonutrient content. By that definition, kale should have a spot in the top ten. If you want to be healthy, there's no avoiding … Continue reading Here’s why kale is called the ‘beef’ of a plant-based diet
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