What is aeroponic farming?
It is a soilless cultivation system (a type of hydroponic system) in which the plants are cultivated without a growing medium (no substrate). The roots of the plants are suspended […]
It is a soilless cultivation system (a type of hydroponic system) in which the plants are cultivated without a growing medium (no substrate). The roots of the plants are suspended […]
Agroecology is an integrated practice that focuses on the interactions between plants, animals, the environment, and the community (farmers). Agroecological systems have a high diversity. The practices are adapted to […]
In Contour farming, the farmer takes advantage of the natural slopes and applies tillage and planting parallel to the hill’s contours. This practice is widely used in vineyards cultivated in […]
In Terrace farming, the farmer uses terraces or steps (nearly leveled platforms) created into the slopes of hills or mountainous areas to facilitate the easier vertical growth of the plants […]
Biodynamic farming is a philosophy according to, which humans should treat farmland as a living system and not a factory. The biodynamic philosophy has been criticized for containing no-scientific theories […]
Rainfed systems or rainfed crops are the ones that rely entirely on rainfalls to cover their water needs. These include both annual crops and permanent/perennial crops (like trees). Rainfed farming […]
Horticulture is the application science of fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and ornamental plant production. Although the word contains the Latin “horti-” meaning garden, it also refers to profit crop management. […]
Raised beds are a gardening technique where the soil is raised off the ground and framed with some material. Those concerned can use wood, concrete, stone, and plastic. They can […]
Biopesticides are an eco-friendly type of pesticides that consist of or are created from natural materials (e.g., plants, animals, bacteria, and certain minerals). There are 3 major categories of biopesticides: […]
Nutrient leakage is the movement of nutrients from soil to surface water and groundwater. Nutrient leakage can decrease the efficiency of fertilization (lost money for the farmer and reduced yield […]