soil
Knowing your soil, with Harvest Agri
Agronomy is the backbone to modern agriculture, and with Harvest Agri’s range of products you no longer have to look to someone else to understand your plants and soil. Knowing what your plants and soil need is not only good for you as a farmer, but it also contributes[...]
Production guide for small grains in Africa: Part 2 – Conditions for growing small grains and agronomic practices
Conditions for growing small grains The rainfall, humidity, temperature and soil conditions need to be perfect for the growing of small grains. A farmer must also look at the soil’s condition and tillage options for a better yield. Rainfall and humidity Sorghum wants 400-800 mm rainfall per year. The[...]
Carbon sequestration: Putting carbon back into the soil
The need to put carbon back into the soil where it belongs instead of being released into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming, is very real. There is no time to waste while the world is seeking environmentally friendly alternatives to using fossil fuels as[...]
AMS Bulk Density Soil Sampling Kit: Measure the bulk density of your soil accurately
Bulk density is an indicator of soil compaction and soil health. It is the weight of soil for a given volume. In general, the greater the density, the less pore space for water movement, root growth and penetration, and seedling germination. If your soil is too compacted, it will[...]
Did you know? Not all soil potassium is available for crops
Article supplied by United Fertilizers Unlike nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P), the majority of soils in Africa are historically considered to be rich in potassium (K). However, farmers should keep in mind that not all K existing in the soil is available for root uptake and plant assimilation. Scientists[...]