Rodale Institute’s Soil Nutrient Management Program advances regenerative organic farming by strengthening soil health and improving nutrient use to support crop productivity. Using locally sourced inputs such as compost, poultry litter, and biochar, the program focuses on building soil organic matter,…
Join us to celebrate organic agriculture in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties!September 15 & 16 in San Luis Obispo, CAClick this link to visit the event website for full details and to register! Registration closes September 5, 2026.Join UC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI) and…
Moving Agriculture From Sink to SourceIn plant physiology, young leaves function as sinks. They require energy and nutrients to grow. As they mature, they become sources, producing carbohydrates through photosynthesis and supporting the rest of the plant. Modern agriculture operates as a sink, dependent on…