The purchase of a farm land is arguably a better alternative of investing hard earned money rather than depositing it in a bank. Engaging in the commercial production of certain crops is a sound business venture. After this decision is established, site selection is the inadvertent first step in starting a farm after deciding what […]
HOW ORGANIC FARMING BENEFITS THE ENVIRONMENT Organic farming can be profitable, and organic food appeals to consumers as both a healthy and ethical choice. Beyond money and ethics, though, organic farming practices result in numerous environmental benefits. Let us discuss these benefits of organic farming. 1 . Reduced Exposure to Pesticides and Chemicals Pesticide and chemical use results in […]
FOUR WAYS OF IMPROVING SOIL FERTILITY ( PART 2) Farmers are sometimes up against the challenge of improving the soil on their farmlands. Not all soils are great for growing crops, and soil improvement is a common task for agricultural workers, whether they are engaged in a small project or a large one. In order […]
FOUR WAYS OF IMPROVING SOIL FERTILITY Farmers are sometimes up against the challenge of improving the soil on their farmlands. Not all soils are great for growing crops, and soil improvement is a common task for agricultural workers, whether they are engaged in a small project or a large one. In order to do soil […]
BEST SOIL CONDITION AND PREPARING IT FOR ONION FARMING Before you planting onion you should learn about the best soil condition and other relevant factors which affect onion farming. Red loam and sandy loam are highly preferable for onion farming. No matter if you don’t have those types as a soil. Scientifically you can improve your […]
VEGETABLE FARMING TIPS Vegetables are food crops that are high in nutrients. Everyone would want to take in fresh organic vegetables. Let us highlight on the basics of vegetable gardening or farming and planning : how to pick the right site for your garden, how to create the right size garden, and how to […]
5 FACTORS INFLUENCING DECISIONS ON THE SELECTION OF CROPS. Every farmer wants the best from an agribusiness . Due to this there is the need to carefully plan , make and implement good decisions.Farmers need to answer all the below questions while making decisions for choosing a crop/ cropping pattern. During this decision making process, […]
SOIL PROBLEMS AND RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS IN AGRICULTURE Soil problems are a major cause of low production levels in many cropping ventures. Farmers with little or no knowledge of the basic soil problems, apply ineffective remedies raising the cost of production without any resultant benefits in both the short and long term, to the farmer. The […]
The purchase of a farm land is arguably a better alternative of investing hard earned money rather than depositing it in a bank. Engaging in the commercial production of certain crops is a sound business venture. After this decision is established, site selection is the inadvertent first step in starting a farm after deciding what […]