www.sare.org resources ecosystem-services-from-cover-crops Ecosystem Services from Cover Crops The Ecosystem Services from Cover Crops resources found on this page include a series of fact sheets, three infographics and one PowerPoint slide set. Together, these resources address the role of cover crops in nutrient management, erosion, infiltration, soil organic matter, supporting wildlife and beneficial insects, and carbon sequestration. They are available for use by educators, […]
www.sare.org resources a-sustainable-approach-to-controlling-honey-bee-diseases-and-varroa-mites A Sustainable Approach to Controlling Honey Bee Diseases and Varroa Mites Geographic Adaptability: Relevant to beekeepers throughout the US and Canada. Honey bees are the world's most economically valuable insect pollinator of fruits, vegetables and other crops. Along with the more than 4,000 species of wild bees in North America, honey bees also provide significant pollination of wildflowers and cultivated gardens. The health of honey bee […]
www.sare.org resources selecting-cattle-to-improve-grazing-distribution-patterns-rangeland-health-and-water-quality Selecting Cattle to Improve Grazing Distribution Patterns, Rangeland Health and Water Quality Geographic Adaptability: The western United States, especially on rugged terrain or extensive pastures. Livestock distribution is a critical concern for grazing lands. Rangeland health, the condition of riparian areas, water quality, fisheries habitat, and threatened and endangered species are all affected by uneven grazing patterns. Cattle typically graze heavily in areas with gentle terrain near […]
www.sare.org resources sare-library-usb-drives-bundle-of-10 SARE Library USB Drives - Bundle of 10 Order SARE’s Library of Publications thumb drives for access to SARE’s current publications, program materials, videos and selected regional materials right at your fingertips—no internet connection needed. This item includes 10 USB drives. Each thumb drive includes: Books Bulletins Fact Sheets Regional Materials Report from the Field SARE Program Materials Videos from the Field Youth […]
www.sare.org resources 10-ways-cover-crops-enhance-soil-health 10 Ways Cover Crops Enhance Soil Health Soil health is a hot topic these days, one that is justifiably receiving considerable attention from farmers and their farm advisors. Whereas in the past, soil testing and evaluation focused more on chemical and physical measures, new research has shown that the biology of the soil is very important to its overall health and productivity. An incredible diversity of bacteria, protozoa, arthropods, nematodes, fungi and […]
www.sare.org resources ecological-management-of-key-arthropod-pests-in-northeast-apple-orchards Ecological Management of Key Arthropod Pests in Northeast Apple Orchards Apples are an important crop in the Northeast, grown for both fresh market and processing. In 2012, there were about 89,000 acres of apples in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic states with a farm-gate value of $580 million (USDA NASS, 2012). The list of top apple-producing states nationwide includes two Northeast states: New York, ranked second […]
www.sare.org resources sustainable-pest-management-in-greenhouses-and-high-tunnels Sustainable Pest Management in Greenhouses and High Tunnels Growers using greenhouses in which temperature, light and relative humidity are controlled have relied for many years on releases of natural enemies to manage aphids, thrips and two-spotted spider mites. However, many of the natural enemies used to manage these pests in heated structures are too sensitive to swings in air temperature and relative humidity […]
www.sare.org resources organic-winter-production-scheduling-in-unheated-high-tunnels-in-colorado Organic Winter Production Scheduling in Unheated High Tunnels in Colorado Colorado State University researchers and five collaborating farmers explored winter production scheduling for hardy organic vegetable crops in unheated high tunnels. The objective was to establish optimal timing for the greatest yield of marketable produce during the winter and early spring. The participating farms represent a diversity of climatic regions around Colorado, ranging in altitudes […]
www.sare.org resources organic-heirloom-tomato-production-in-high-tunnel-and-open-field-systems Organic Heirloom Tomato Production in High Tunnel and Open Field Systems Organic heirloom tomatoes are a high-value product with a growing demand but there are many challenges to successful cultivation. High tunnel systems may help farmers supply a growing regional market for high-value horticultural crops and take advantage of the lengthy, sub-tropical growing season (USDA hardiness zone 7b-8a) in eastern North Carolina. For this reason, a […]
www.sare.org resources developing-an-energy-efficient-solar-heated-greenhouse-in-maryland Developing an Energy Efficient, Solar-Heated Greenhouse in Maryland The lack of year-round availability of locally grown food and food processing infrastructure are the greatest barriers to increasing the consumption of local food in western Maryland. If an economical, year-round or extended food production system could be developed, it would lead to increased demand for locally produced food, which in turn would foster the […]