Soil microbes are key to the function of agricultural systems. Microbial populations play roles in nutrient cycling, from fixing nitrogen to solubilizing phosphorus. Thus started an interview with Dr. Kristine Nichols, the former Chief Scientist at the Rodale Institute, an independent research institute for organic farming. This is the same role SymSoil’s Senior Scientific Advisor, …
Yesterday, the company was highlighted in the Solano County Daily Republic newspaper. The article, New Chemical-free Soil Amendment Firm sets up in Solano, launches the company into selling our first production batch. Much for much of kudos for the success of our launch in Solano is a result of our strong relationship with the Economic Development Corp., the Solano …
Regenerative Agriculture is a system of farming principles, processes and practices that actively enriches soils, biodiversity of the soil microbes, the overall ecosystem and watersheds while effectively increasing soil fertility and agricultural yields. Most practitioners believe that Regenerative Agriculture can improve the resilience of the farmer and rancher economically, as well as the well-being of …
A study by UC Davis’ department of land, air and water resources, found that agricultural soils contribute 25 to 41 percent of nitrogen oxide emissions in California. The primary source is fertilized cropland. Two links that are worth your time. A video from the Sacramento Bee and an article from the Fresno Bee can be …
This article, from last summer, is worth reading. (Click Here) It begs the question, how much of this could be reduced with the restoration of healthy soil?