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Preventing Soil Erosion: Strategies for Sustainable Land Management Soil erosion, the process of soil being removed by wind, water, or other natural forces, poses a significant threat to agriculture and the environment. It depletes fertile topsoil, reduces agricultural… #Soilerosion >>> Support Our News Site by reading full article in the link below...

Preventing Soil Erosion: Strategies for Sustainable Land Management Soil erosion, the process of soil being removed by wind, water, or other natural forces, poses a significant threat to agriculture and the environment. It depletes fertile topsoil, reduces agricultural productivity, and leads to sedimentation in water bodies. This article explores strategies for preventing soil erosion and promoting sustainable land management. Understand... [...] #Soilerosion >>> Support Our News Site by reading full article in the link below... https://lnkd.in/dZwny_yt

#soil #holes for #water #retention This is a well researched article about the use of 4 feet by 6 feet holes in farms with black or clay soil in the lowest area of the farm. This is a simple and looks like an effective technique to improve #water retention and recharging the #acquifers in rain fed areas. While there is a lot of research happening on agriculture at Centre for Innovation in Public Policy we have not been posting much about the research that we come across from other organisations. This is a step to correct that anomaly. Water, Environment, Land and Livelihoods (WELL) Labs great insights and keep up the good work. https://lnkd.in/gSMpvN-P

For agriculture, water is a critical, if not the most important issue. Did you know that the scale of US agricultural water use is massive, over 75 billion gallons per day (2018)? But the key question is whether that number has a basis in fact? This recent article on California stepping up regulation of ground water users, has an interesting description of certain areas' "probation". They have to pay $20/acre-ft (over 200 X LESS than most residential users) for their water and they have to meter their usage. However, the key question is those areas not on probation - what do they measure and pay? There are decades, maybe over a century of water use history, but it's odd that for such a critical substance we are not even measuring the usage. Back to the question, without meters, how much water is really being used by agriculture? Check out this article to learn more about California's crackdown on farms guzzling groundwater. #agriculture #wateruse #California #groundwater #regulation

#RubberHitsTheRoad The basic premise as summed up by an area farmer is: "We all understand that we are sucking water out of a bathtub," he said. "And the rate we're taking it out of the bathtub exceeds the rate Mother Nature can put it back in." But is it too little, too late? I do not know. Posting numerous time about the Ogallala Aquifer, the nation's largest underground store of fresh water, over the last several years, this is the first incident of mandated corrective action I have come across. Ogallala transformed this arid region into an agricultural powerhouse. But after 50 years of studies, discussions, and hand-wringing about the aquifer's decline, the state is demanding that local groundwater managers (Groundwater Management Districts) finally enforce conservation. Farmers are rightfully scared, but appear generally acceptable to the measures, mainly to avoid stricter, more stringent State wide mandated measures. Farmers are resilient and adaptable. Here are three conservation techniques that are now considered best practices: 🚰 Drip Irrigation: This technique delivers water directly to the plant roots, minimizing evaporation and runoff. 🚰 Soil Moisture Sensors: These devices help monitor soil moisture levels in real-time, allowing farmers to irrigate only when necessary, saving both water and energy. 🚰 Cover Cropping: Planting cover crops can enhance soil health, reduce erosion, and improve water retention. It’s a win-win for soil and water conservation! Of course, education and collaboration between farmers, water conservation professionals and organizations can lead to innovative solutions and shared knowledge. What do you think? #AllAgConsidered #Education #Water #RegenerativeAgriculture  https://lnkd.in/eKRmieMf

As a part of the TRNC Water and Soil Resources Master Plan Report Consultancy Services Project, a progress update has been presented to the TRNC Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources. #masterplanning #water #soilresources

Environment Secretary Steve Barclay sets out the biggest upgrade to UK farming schemes since leaving the EU at the Oxford Farming Conference. More information will be shared in summer 2024. In the meantime, here are the key headlines: - Payment rates to increase by an average of 10% for the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship Schemes. - Around 50 new actions will be added to Environmental Land Management Schemes from Summer 2024. - Existing SFI 2023 agreement holders will be able to take advantage of the new actions by either adding them to their existing agreement at the anniversary or making a separate application to run alongside their current SFI. - Rolling application window starting in Summer 2024, with SFI and Mid-Tier effectively being combined, such that farmers can make a single application for both schemes. CS Higher Tier will remain as a separate scheme. - The current duplication of options and actions between the two schemes will be removed. Learn more: https://buff.ly/48BJNrK If you are interested in taking forward an application or finding out about how we can help you, please contact the team in our Cockermouth office: Tel: 01900 268 633 Email: [email protected] #ruralsurveyors #cockermouth #surveyors #netzero #farming #farmingschemes

  Erosion poses a significant threat to farmland, leading to soil degradation, reduced productivity, and environmental damage. As the global demand for agricultural products continues to rise, it is crucial for farmers to implement effective erosion control measures to safeguard their land and maintain sustainable productivity. #GeneralAgriculture

On fields, fertilizer components like nitrogen and phosphorus help to spur crop growth. But as water runs off farmland, it carries leftover nutrients downstream, where it can contribute to major environmental problems. That's where small, but mighty, wetlands come in as "nature's healers." Read more from Reasons to Be Cheerful about how #wetlands help keep our waters clean. https://lnkd.in/et5JqhNR #Agriculture #SustainableAgriculture

Sufficient water supply allocations are crucial for California's agriculture. In-Delta contractors have full access, while South-of-Delta contractors face more stringent limits for initial allocation. Water supply reliability is key for California’s future. Smart water resource management is essential to adapt and thrive. #WaterManagement #Agribusiness #CAWater #Agriculture