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In recent times, the accurate and timely traceability of products and activities throughout the supply chain has become a key factor in food and agribusiness. More and more people around the world are demanding proof that food products are safe and of high quality. This often includes traceability, or the ability to track where aRead more

Globally, more irrigated cropland is in demand, driven by rising temperatures and intensified droughts caused by climate change. That demand, combined with new technological advances that make central pivot systems more water and energy-efficient, adaptable, affordable, and easy to use, is driving adoption. And while center pivot irrigation systems are more commonly associated with large-scale farmers, theRead more

Water use in food production is a growing problem in the face of climate change and a rising global population. Water is an increasingly scarce global resource, and agriculture is the biggest consumer of our planet’s finite water resources. Globally, agriculture uses 70% of the world’s fresh water supply and 95% of all water withdrawals in some developing countries.Read more

Humans account for only 0.01% of all life on Earth, yet our impact on the planet is profound. Though unintentional, human activities like transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture generate environmental pollution – a catch-all term that describes various types of introduced contaminants which can disrupt ecosystems, natural processes, and biological life. From air pollution to waterRead more

Flood irrigation is the oldest and most popular irrigation system in the world. Yet flood irrigation is also the most water-intensive method of irrigating crops, an increasing concern as rising temperatures, prolonged drought, and growing populations place more demand on the planet’s finite water resources. Globally, agriculture uses 70% of the planet’s freshwater resources and 95% of theRead more

As more and more consumers scrutinize their spending habits – from the health effects of the food on their plates to the carbon footprint of the clothes they wear – the popularity of the certified organic label continues to soar. Demand for organic products is far outpacing supply, with US farms and ranches nearly doublingRead more

Irrigation systems are a critical component of modern-day farm management optimizing crop quality and yields. Some of the most productive crop-growing regions flourish in deserts thanks to irrigation. For example, Yuma County, Arizona, is geographically part of the Sonoran Desert. Yet Yuma County farmers harvest more than 90% of the U.S. winter lettuce and cruciferous cropsRead more

Although farming is the backbone of civilization — powering our cars, nourishing our bodies, sustaining every aspect of our lives— the emergence of industrial agriculture has led to pollution on a widespread scale. For thousands of years, agriculture and ecosystems were held in balance: farmers passed down their land generation after generation, leaving ecosystems andRead more

Before the beginning of every farm season, most farmers prefer to plan potential yields. On the other hand, some farmers chose to skip planning. Whether a farmer plans the potential yield or not, certain expectations are still present. While hoping for the best, farmers are often presented with various challenges and obstacles that require themRead more

Organic farming is getting more and more popular as a farm practice. Although most agricultural land is still processed through conventional farming, the demand for organic agriculture and organic crops is constantly increasing. The following article reveals the answers to some common questions regarding organic farming, including its general definition, background, principles, practices of organicRead more