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Canary Island Grape Trial: AZOMITE was placed on one half of a vineyard that was to be cut down and replanted because the previous years’ plants had low flower yields. AZOMITE was applied to both the soil and sprayed on the leaves and vines. ...
This machinery plays a crucial role in fabricating wire netting used in various applications such as fencing, animal enclosures, agricultural uses, and civil engineering projects like gabions. By automating the process of weaving wires into a hexagonal mesh, the machine enhances productivity and ensures uniformity in the mesh size and quality.Key Parameters of ...
The speed of rotation and the power that the PTO shaft is dependent on the output and speed from the engine of the tractor and are adjustable by adjusting the engine's speed or by using the gearbox. ...
One of the most common ways for growers looking to increase their sustainability efforts is to access assistance, funding, and expertise through USDA’s Natural Resource Conservation Service. In this installment of Earth Innovations, we’re taking a look at what the NRCS offers growers and what to consider when deciding if an NRCS program is right for your farm. ...
Agriculture has been a cornerstone of civilisation since time immemorial. ...
Agriculture has been a cornerstone of civilisation since time immemorial. ...
Location: Tunuyan, Mendoza, Argentina Application context: Sunflower, seed production Problem definition: Birds destroying the sunflowers and eating the seeds Bird species: Pigeons (Columbidae) and parrots (Psittaciformes) Time of the year with bird problems: January – February Time of the day with bird problems: From dusk till dawn Number of systems: 1 x Agrilaser Autonomic 500 ...
Chris Henry: I grew up on a farm in Kansas and obtained my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biological and agricultural engineering at Kansas State University. Then I went to the University of Nebraska and worked there as an extension engineer. ...
While there are a variety of standardized tests that can be utilized to verify material properties according to an Original Equipment Manufacturer’s (OEM) requirements, most agricultural equipment engineers rely heavily on field testing as the definitive test. ...
When in the process of operating most types of agricultural harvesting equipment, the safety of the operator, as well as bystanders, must be of utmost importance. ...
Convention to Combat Desertification. Former U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Bob Bergland has called biointensive farming a potential way out for malnourished people worldwide. ...
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Susan O’Shaughnessy, a research agricultural engineer at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Bushland, Texas, is developing new sensors for center-pivot irrigation devices to help farmers ensure that precious groundwater isn’t wasted. ...
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Using clean water when calibrating a pesticide sprayer and carrying extra nozzles for quick repair of simple problems in the field are just some of the tricks of the trade that can help growers save time, energy and money during spraying season, says a spray technology expert in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University. Because ...
"What undermines civilizations very often is mismanagement of land, water, crops and agriculture; the very basis of subsistence, the very basis of life," Hillel said at his laureate lecture. ...
A substantial and growing body of literature now exists on the socio–economic impacts of genetically engineered (GE) crops. While the bulk of literature has focused on the primary impacts of commercialised GE technology, in terms of changes in yields, costs and profitability, researchers have increasingly addressed a range of additional questions such as the distribution of ...
Five performance evaluations related criterion, namely, participation and cooperation, effective water availability, conjunctive use, economic status and agricultural education are assessed subjectively using linguistic ratings. ...
Agricultural productivity in Africa remains the lowest in the world, but recent concerns about food insecurity, rising food prices and resource depletion have spurred world–wide interest about the role of African agriculture in feeding Africa and the world. ...
Mohamed Youssef, Assistant Professor of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at NC State, and co-author. NC State previously developed models accounting for the hydrology, carbon and nitrogen cycles in agricultural land with high water table soils. ...
There is ample evidence to suggest that improving the on-farm productivity of small-scale farmers and integrating them into commercial markets is a promising strategy for alleviating poverty and leveraging agriculture as an engine of wider economic growth. Yet, persistent market failures in large parts of sub-Saharan Africa have limited the impact of this ...
Africa is faced with a set of specific problems, ranging from agricultural production to health, for which scientific, engineering, agricultural, medical and social skills are needed urgently. ...