Nitrate, pesticides, metals, plastic -- agricultural soils often contain pollutants. But are there sustainable and climate-friendly ways to restore and promote soil health in agricultural land? Yes, ...

Their crops have fulfilled their purpose: anchoring the topsoil, retaining soil moisture and biome, and fixing nitrogen into the ground. However, with planting season upon us, it’s time to address the ...

Using insecticides too often may boost weed growth. A new study shows why timing, observation, and cover crops make all the ...

Insecticides may help growers hoping to protect their crops from harmful insects, but they also may contribute to a larger amount of some weeds, according to a new study.

Colony Collapse Disorder never really went away; reports of widespread honey bee colony losses are increasing.

While this method is more challenging than buying mature plants, four experts have advice to set home gardeners up for ...

Salt is lethal to crops typically grown on Delmarva — the corn, soybeans and wheat that become fodder for the region’s $5 ...

Pulses are the dried edible seeds of legumes and make a great addition to any food garden. They include beans, peas, and ...

Farmers often grow so-called cover plants between main crops. They are used for purposes such as for animal feed or remain on the field as green manure. In this way, they supply the soil with ...

“Cover crops in Ashland County have literally been taking root and growing across the county,” said Jane Houin, Ashland SWCD director. “The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District ...