More research is needed to determine the practicality and effectiveness of perennial cover crops in Ontario. Cover crops and soil health are critical components of ecological and profitable farming. Cover crop practices and research continue to generate considerable...
This document outlines the steps that Pat will follow to execute her research trial, Comfrey as a Companion Plant for Saskatoon , including design, execution, data collection and data sharing. It also serves as a Memorandum of Understanding between Pat and the...
Perennial cover crops have many ecological benefits. However, they may compete with the crop or not provide sufficient weed control. Progress to Date: In their second year with comfrey, Pat found no difference in saskatoon growth or production compared to shrubs...
Val and Brent were curious to know if biochar will help regenerate soil in their young apple orchard and “help to set in motion biological activity and nutrient retentionâ€. Researchers have documented benefits from biochar in arid and tropical soils, which vary by...
