This document summarizes an organic vegetable production and marketing workshop. The agenda includes introductions, discussions of marketing decisions and organic certification, soil health and fertility, crop rotations, and a question and answer session. One of the presentations is on Parson Produce, a 3.25 acre organic vegetable and cut flower farm applying for organic certification. Their markets include a CSA program and several local restaurants and stores. The document also covers topics like the benefits of organic certification, steps to certification, cover crops and their benefits, and mixing warm season legumes and grasses for cover crops.
Advanced organic vegetable production and marketing ssawg 2011peregrinefarmer
The document outlines an advanced organic vegetable production and marketing training program over two days. The schedule covers topics such as soil fertility, crop rotations, planting, weeds and pests, harvest, and marketing. The presentation emphasizes the importance of diversity, balance, and sustainability in organic farming.
Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming (Organic Manures, Livest...Ajjay Kumar Gupta
Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming (Organic Manures, Livestock and Human Wastes, Industrial Wastes, Organic Farming in Rice, Biomass Production, Chemical Composition of Banana, Organic Nutrient, Processing and Value Addition of Organic Rice, Pest Management and Weed Management in Organic Farming)
In organic farming, requirements for managing the composting process are necessary to ensure that composting results in a reasonably stabilized product that is largely free of pathogens, weed seeds, and toxic residues. Composting is the natural process of 'rotting' or decomposition of organic matter by microorganisms under controlled conditions. Raw organic materials such as crop residues, animal wastes, food garbage, some municipal wastes and suitable industrial wastes, enhance their suitability for application to the soil as a fertilizing resource, after having undergone composting.
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Become an Organic Farmer, How to Start an Organic Farm, How to Start Organic Farming business in India, How to start organic farming, Industrial Project Report, Organic agriculture produce, Organic crops, Organic Farm Start Up, Organic farming and food production, Organic farming business plan in India, Organic Farming Entrepreneur, Organic Farming, Organic Food, Organic fruits and vegetables, Organic fruits, Organic Vegetables, Preparation of Project Profiles, Starting a New Organic Fertilizer Production Line, Starting an Organic Farm, Start-up Business Plan for Organic Farming, Startup ideas, Startup Project for Organic Farming, Startup project plan, Startup, Types of Organic Farming technology book, Science and Technology of Organic Farming, Cultivation of Mushroom, Cultivation of Wheat, Cultivation of Sugarcane, How to make organic compost fertilizer, Composting: a guide to making compost, organic compost making, How to Make Compost Organic Gardening, Organic Composting, How to Make Organic Compost, organic compost business plan, Starting a Composting Business, Organic Fertilizer Production Business Plan, compost business startup, composting business ideas, compost business profit, starting a commercial composting business, how to start a composting business, composting facility business plan, Business guidance for organic compost, Setting up and opening your organic compost Business, How to Start an organic compost industry?, How to start a successful organic compost business, Small scale Commercial organic compost making, organic compost Business, Profitable Small Scale organic compost Manufacturing, Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming
1. The document discusses organic farming in India, highlighting that India has about 43,000 hectares of land under organic farming, which is only 0.03% of total agricultural land. It describes various methods and benefits of organic farming such as composting and use of farm yard manure to improve soil health and fertility in a sustainable manner.
2. Methods of organic farming discussed include practices like green manuring, use of organic wastes to produce compost, and different types of organic fertilizers derived from plants and animal sources. The document emphasizes the need for organic farming to maintain ecological balance and soil productivity while being economically viable.
3. Making "Magic Compost" using materials like cow dung,
Organic Rice Production and SRI - Mr. Boondit VarinrukSri Lmb
This document discusses organic rice production in Thailand. It provides details on organic rice farming models developed in key regions of Thailand since the early 1990s. These models emphasize soil fertility management using green manures and composts, as well as cultural practices suitable for organic systems like certain rice varieties, transplanting methods, and integrated pest management. The document also summarizes research on varietal selection and planting methods for organic systems. It provides an example of organic rice cultivation in Northern Thailand, covering variety selection, land preparation, soil and water management, pest control, post-harvest handling, and average yields of 3-4 tons per hectare.
Organic seed production in oilseeds and pulses follows certain principles and practices. Seeds are treated with biocontrol agents and inoculated with beneficial microbes before sowing. Crop nutrition is managed by applying FYM, green manures, neem cake, and vermicompost. Pests and diseases are controlled using techniques like light traps, neem and cow urine based formulations. Specific recommendations are provided for groundnut, sesame, sunflower, greengram, blackgram and redgram production.
Rice is our staple diet and in the south and east of India people eat rice thrice a day in various forms. Since the last two - three decades we have been mainly eating polished white rice from few high yielding varieties of paddy. This is reported to cause numerous health issues. Pesticide use in paddy is also quite high and around 17% of the pesticides used in the country goes into paddy. Residues of these pesticides found in our staple grain is a serious cause for concern. Since most of the paddy is cultivated in wetlands and irrigated areas, this practice also leads to contamination of our water resources and soil.
Organic rice cultivation uses organic inputs such as farm yard manure, vermin - compost, Beejamrut, dharava jeeva amuruth, agniyastharam etc. These natural inputs will maintain a balance in the soil eco - system by maintaining a constant level of microorganism’s loads in the soil. As the organic rice cultivation uses none of the chemical pesticides, we can also prevent the degradation of flora and fauna living above the soil. Beside it we can also maintain a good agro eco - system and biodiversity. The organic rice has less calorific value and high fiber value when compared to conventional rice so people who are suffering from diabetes can consume organic rice without any hesitation. The inputs used in the organic rice are easily prepare from the available farm resources so farmers can easily adopt the cultivation of organic rice. Even the yield of organic rice may be low when compare to conventional rice cultivation and the nutritive value of the organic rice is high. As the demand is increasing day by day for organic rice hence the farmers can go for cultivation organic rice insisted of conventional cultivation in order to get sustainable yield and to prevent from health hazards, protect biodiversity and maintain balanced eco system.
This document provides information on organic farming. It begins with definitions of organic farming from various organizations. It then discusses the religious documentation of organic farming practices from ancient texts. Tables show the global area and top states in India under organic farming. The principles, types, objectives, benefits, components and international standards of organic farming are described. Organic farming avoids synthetic inputs and relies on natural methods to fertilize soil and control weeds and pests.
This document discusses organic farming in India. It provides background on Indian agriculture, noting that 58% of the population depends on agriculture. It describes conventional farming, which uses increased fertilizers, and organic farming, which uses natural and biodegradable inputs. The principles of organic farming are described as being ecology-based and focused on fairness, protecting the environment, and health. The pros of organic farming include low investment, high premium prices, farmer self-esteem, readily available knowledge, and being friendly to the environment. The cons include potentially lower productivity, more difficult cultivation practices, and preventing GM crops. Government policies are also outlined that can affect organic farming.
Advanced organic vegetable production and marketing ssawg 2011peregrinefarmer
The document outlines an advanced organic vegetable production and marketing training program over two days. The schedule covers topics such as soil fertility, crop rotations, planting, weeds and pests, harvest, and marketing. The presentation emphasizes the importance of diversity, balance, and sustainability in organic farming.
Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming (Organic Manures, Livest...Ajjay Kumar Gupta
Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming (Organic Manures, Livestock and Human Wastes, Industrial Wastes, Organic Farming in Rice, Biomass Production, Chemical Composition of Banana, Organic Nutrient, Processing and Value Addition of Organic Rice, Pest Management and Weed Management in Organic Farming)
In organic farming, requirements for managing the composting process are necessary to ensure that composting results in a reasonably stabilized product that is largely free of pathogens, weed seeds, and toxic residues. Composting is the natural process of 'rotting' or decomposition of organic matter by microorganisms under controlled conditions. Raw organic materials such as crop residues, animal wastes, food garbage, some municipal wastes and suitable industrial wastes, enhance their suitability for application to the soil as a fertilizing resource, after having undergone composting.
See more:
https://goo.gl/m7pgWX
https://goo.gl/8IWEuQ
https://goo.gl/fPbtJc
Contact us
Niir Project Consultancy Services
Email: npcs.ei@gmail.com , info@entrepreneurindia.co
Tel: +91-11-23843955, 23845654, 23845886, 8800733955
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Website : www.entrepreneurindia.co , www.niir.org
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Become an Organic Farmer, How to Start an Organic Farm, How to Start Organic Farming business in India, How to start organic farming, Industrial Project Report, Organic agriculture produce, Organic crops, Organic Farm Start Up, Organic farming and food production, Organic farming business plan in India, Organic Farming Entrepreneur, Organic Farming, Organic Food, Organic fruits and vegetables, Organic fruits, Organic Vegetables, Preparation of Project Profiles, Starting a New Organic Fertilizer Production Line, Starting an Organic Farm, Start-up Business Plan for Organic Farming, Startup ideas, Startup Project for Organic Farming, Startup project plan, Startup, Types of Organic Farming technology book, Science and Technology of Organic Farming, Cultivation of Mushroom, Cultivation of Wheat, Cultivation of Sugarcane, How to make organic compost fertilizer, Composting: a guide to making compost, organic compost making, How to Make Compost Organic Gardening, Organic Composting, How to Make Organic Compost, organic compost business plan, Starting a Composting Business, Organic Fertilizer Production Business Plan, compost business startup, composting business ideas, compost business profit, starting a commercial composting business, how to start a composting business, composting facility business plan, Business guidance for organic compost, Setting up and opening your organic compost Business, How to Start an organic compost industry?, How to start a successful organic compost business, Small scale Commercial organic compost making, organic compost Business, Profitable Small Scale organic compost Manufacturing, Manufacturing of Organic Compost and Organic Farming
1. The document discusses organic farming in India, highlighting that India has about 43,000 hectares of land under organic farming, which is only 0.03% of total agricultural land. It describes various methods and benefits of organic farming such as composting and use of farm yard manure to improve soil health and fertility in a sustainable manner.
2. Methods of organic farming discussed include practices like green manuring, use of organic wastes to produce compost, and different types of organic fertilizers derived from plants and animal sources. The document emphasizes the need for organic farming to maintain ecological balance and soil productivity while being economically viable.
3. Making "Magic Compost" using materials like cow dung,
Organic Rice Production and SRI - Mr. Boondit VarinrukSri Lmb
This document discusses organic rice production in Thailand. It provides details on organic rice farming models developed in key regions of Thailand since the early 1990s. These models emphasize soil fertility management using green manures and composts, as well as cultural practices suitable for organic systems like certain rice varieties, transplanting methods, and integrated pest management. The document also summarizes research on varietal selection and planting methods for organic systems. It provides an example of organic rice cultivation in Northern Thailand, covering variety selection, land preparation, soil and water management, pest control, post-harvest handling, and average yields of 3-4 tons per hectare.
Organic seed production in oilseeds and pulses follows certain principles and practices. Seeds are treated with biocontrol agents and inoculated with beneficial microbes before sowing. Crop nutrition is managed by applying FYM, green manures, neem cake, and vermicompost. Pests and diseases are controlled using techniques like light traps, neem and cow urine based formulations. Specific recommendations are provided for groundnut, sesame, sunflower, greengram, blackgram and redgram production.
Rice is our staple diet and in the south and east of India people eat rice thrice a day in various forms. Since the last two - three decades we have been mainly eating polished white rice from few high yielding varieties of paddy. This is reported to cause numerous health issues. Pesticide use in paddy is also quite high and around 17% of the pesticides used in the country goes into paddy. Residues of these pesticides found in our staple grain is a serious cause for concern. Since most of the paddy is cultivated in wetlands and irrigated areas, this practice also leads to contamination of our water resources and soil.
Organic rice cultivation uses organic inputs such as farm yard manure, vermin - compost, Beejamrut, dharava jeeva amuruth, agniyastharam etc. These natural inputs will maintain a balance in the soil eco - system by maintaining a constant level of microorganism’s loads in the soil. As the organic rice cultivation uses none of the chemical pesticides, we can also prevent the degradation of flora and fauna living above the soil. Beside it we can also maintain a good agro eco - system and biodiversity. The organic rice has less calorific value and high fiber value when compared to conventional rice so people who are suffering from diabetes can consume organic rice without any hesitation. The inputs used in the organic rice are easily prepare from the available farm resources so farmers can easily adopt the cultivation of organic rice. Even the yield of organic rice may be low when compare to conventional rice cultivation and the nutritive value of the organic rice is high. As the demand is increasing day by day for organic rice hence the farmers can go for cultivation organic rice insisted of conventional cultivation in order to get sustainable yield and to prevent from health hazards, protect biodiversity and maintain balanced eco system.
This document provides information on organic farming. It begins with definitions of organic farming from various organizations. It then discusses the religious documentation of organic farming practices from ancient texts. Tables show the global area and top states in India under organic farming. The principles, types, objectives, benefits, components and international standards of organic farming are described. Organic farming avoids synthetic inputs and relies on natural methods to fertilize soil and control weeds and pests.
This document discusses organic farming in India. It provides background on Indian agriculture, noting that 58% of the population depends on agriculture. It describes conventional farming, which uses increased fertilizers, and organic farming, which uses natural and biodegradable inputs. The principles of organic farming are described as being ecology-based and focused on fairness, protecting the environment, and health. The pros of organic farming include low investment, high premium prices, farmer self-esteem, readily available knowledge, and being friendly to the environment. The cons include potentially lower productivity, more difficult cultivation practices, and preventing GM crops. Government policies are also outlined that can affect organic farming.
Effect of Rice production use of organic fertilizerNiazkawsar
1) The document discusses an experiment on the effect of organic fertilizers on the growth, yield, and quality of cauliflower.
2) The experiment found that treatment with poultry manure compost resulted in superior plant growth, larger curd size, higher yields, and better crop quality compared to treatments with kitchen waste compost or vermicompost.
3) Based on the results, the document recommends the use of organic farming practices like poultry manure compost for cauliflower cultivation to ensure soil fertility, food safety, and long-term agricultural sustainability.
Organic rice production faces challenges with weed control and soil fertility but uses crop rotations, cover crops, and water management. Case studies show producers suppressing weeds through precision leveling, rotations of 3+ years, and flooding. Green manure crops like clover supply nitrogen and reseed naturally. While organic rice yields are lower, it commands a higher price in niche markets. Certification and following organic standards are required to label products as organic.
Companion Planting and Growing Outdoor Food Crops for Your Home - AustraliaMaria857qx
This document provides information on growing outdoor food crops. It discusses choosing a suitable site with sunlight, drainage, and protection from wind. Different vegetable groups are described based on temperature preferences. Techniques like row crops, companion planting, and containers are overviewed. The steps to start a home vegetable garden are outlined, including assessing the site, deciding what to grow based on space and preferences, and planning crop rotations. Maintaining the garden is also covered, such as providing drainage, preparing beds, and using green manures or cover crops to improve soil health and structure.
Developing more sustainable and productive agricultural systems - ways and meansDiraviam Jayaraj
This was presented in the Webinar on Covid-19 & Beyond: Existing Envioromental Challenges and Eco Friendly Agriculture organized by Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, New Delhi in collaboration with Gramium, Tamil Nadu on 14th August 2020. It provides an overview of the status of Agriculture in India and gives the steps involved in developing Sustainable Agriculture for developing more sustainable and productive agricultural systems.
This document discusses food gardening in the Philippines. It begins by outlining the benefits of food gardening such as preventing micronutrient deficiencies, reducing food insecurity, and increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables. It then discusses common problems with food gardening like lack of land and water, and provides solutions. The document outlines the basic steps to establishing a food garden, including developing a plan, choosing crops, and necessary gardening techniques. It also discusses technologies used in food gardening and provides examples of successful food gardening projects in the Philippines.
This document provides an overview of organic versus conventional agriculture, covering their histories, definitions, and methods. Key points include:
- Organic farming excludes synthetic fertilizers and pesticides and relies on techniques like crop rotation and composting. Yields are generally lower than conventional farms.
- Conventional agriculture commonly uses artificial fertilizers and pesticides to control weeds and pests.
- There is debate around whether organic farming is healthier and better for the environment due to lower yields requiring more land and questions around the health risks of chemicals.
This document discusses organic farming methods and their advantages over conventional farming. Organic farming prohibits synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, genetic engineering, sewage sludge, and food irradiation. It relies on crop diversity, pest control, livestock, and plant nutrition to farm sustainably. Organic farming can reduce production costs by 25% while eliminating chemicals and increasing yields within 5 years. It produces food free from harmful additives and may reduce health risks like heart disease and cancer. Organic farming also benefits the environment by building soil, reducing water pollution, decreasing energy use and greenhouse gases, and sequestering carbon in the soil.
This document discusses the benefits of home food gardening. It notes that food gardening can improve nutrition by providing a reliable food source and reducing micronutrient deficiencies. Gardening can also generate additional income from selling extra produce. Gardening has health benefits like reducing stress and improving mood. While many Filipino households want to garden, common barriers include lack of land, water, time, and knowledge. The document presents several gardening methods that can overcome space limitations, like container gardening, vertical gardening, and the magic square meter method. It encourages individuals, communities, schools and workplaces to start their own food gardens during Nutrition Month to improve access to nutrition.
Effect of organic farming in vegetable cropsRaju Daki
This document discusses organic farming of vegetables in India. It begins with an introduction to organic farming practices including crop rotations, use of organic manures and biofertilizers, and biological pest control. It then discusses the history and development of organic farming. The rest of the document outlines principles and objectives of organic vegetable farming in India, common vegetable crops grown organically, and strategies for organic production including use of organic manures and amendments, biofertilizers, and botanical pesticides. Tables provide data on organic certification and production in India. The document concludes with results from a study on the effects of organic plant growth promoters on brinjal yields.
Organic farming involves holistic management practices that promote ecosystem health. It focuses on biodiversity, biological cycles, and soil health while avoiding synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The document outlines principles, tools, and management practices for organic farming, including crop selection and rotations, pest and disease control using cultural and biological methods, and marketing of organic produce. It also discusses initiatives by the Odisha government to promote organic farming through schemes and policies aimed at developing sustainable agriculture.
This document provides an overview of Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) presented by Debasis Das. Some key points:
- ZBNF is an alternative to conventional agriculture that does not use chemical fertilizers or pesticides and aims to be expense-free. It relies on natural techniques like beejamrut, jeevamrut, mulching and natural pest control.
- The four pillars of ZBNF are beejamrut, jeevamrut, effective microorganisms and mulching. Beejamrut and jeevamrut provide nutrients to seeds and soil and encourage beneficial microbes.
- Studies show ZBNF increases soil nutrients
Potentials of integrated nutrient management systems in rice cultivation in...අසිරිමත් තාක්ෂනය
This document discusses the potentials of integrated nutrient management (INM) systems for rice cultivation in Sri Lanka. INM is a holistic approach to plant nutrition that obtains nutrients from both inorganic and organic sources to sustain soil fertility and enhance crop productivity. The document outlines the nutrient requirements of rice plants and describes how INM can be practiced through combinations of synthetic fertilizers, minerals, organic fertilizers, crop residues, and green manures. It also discusses limitations of INM in Sri Lanka and ways to overcome them, such as utilizing available organic materials and incentivizing large-scale organic manure production. Finally, it notes Sri Lanka's tropical climate and natural resources are well-suited for INM practices.
Organic farming is a holistic system that aims to optimize the productivity and health of diverse communities like soil organisms, plants, livestock, and people. It focuses on developing sustainable enterprises that are harmonious with the environment by protecting the environment, maintaining long-term soil fertility, and preserving biological diversity on the farm. The key principles are minimizing pollution and soil degradation while promoting biological productivity and health.
This document discusses organic manures and integrated nutrient management. It defines manures and fertilizers, and describes the importance of manures in improving soil fertility in a cost-effective manner. It also discusses different types of organic manures like bulky manures (FYM, compost), concentrated manures (oil cakes, bone meal), and green manures. Finally, it summarizes integrated nutrient management as maintaining soil fertility through optimizing organic, inorganic and biological components.
This document provides an overview of organic blueberry production. It discusses that blueberries require acidic soil conditions between pH 4.8-5.5. The most common organic method for lowering soil pH is through applying sulfur prior to planting. Soil pH plays an important role in nitrogen availability and uptake by blueberries. Organic fertilizers like fish meal provide nitrogen in the ammonium form preferred by blueberries. The document aims to address all aspects of organic blueberry production from soils and varieties to pests, diseases, and marketing.
This document discusses zero budget natural farming in vegetable production. It introduces zero budget natural farming and its four pillars: Beejamrut, Jeevamrut, mulching and Whapasa. It describes how these techniques enrich the soil microbiome and provide nutrients to plants without the need for chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Various production practices used in zero budget natural farming are also summarized, including crop rotation, intercropping, seed selection and soil management techniques. Insect pest management in this system focuses on encouraging beneficial insects and microbes rather than chemical controls.
Organic Vegetable Production: A Guide to Convert to Organic Production
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
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Free School Gardening Art Posters
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Increase Food Production with Companion Planting in your School Garden
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
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The Challenges and Opportunities of Conversion to Organic Vegetable Production
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
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Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
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Companion Planting Increases Food Production from School Gardens
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
Integrated, Organic High Tunnel Bramble and Vegetable Productioncegundacker
This document provides an overview of integrated organic bramble and vegetable production in high tunnels. It discusses Scenic Valley Farms' experience constructing and managing various high tunnel designs for growing blackberries, tomatoes, peppers and other crops. Details are given on soil preparation, irrigation, trellising, production yields, season extension, economics, and opportunities for intercropping and renewable energy integration. The goal is to demonstrate a sustainable model for local food production and clean energy generation.
This document summarizes research conducted by AVRDC - The World Vegetable Center on organic vegetable soybean production technologies. It outlines the objectives to integrate production techniques, evaluate varieties, and develop guidelines to support organic farmers. Field trials were conducted from 2006-2007 comparing fertilizer treatments and varieties. Results found the Tainan and Cha-Mame varieties performed best with total and graded pod yields not significantly different among treatments.
Effect of Rice production use of organic fertilizerNiazkawsar
1) The document discusses an experiment on the effect of organic fertilizers on the growth, yield, and quality of cauliflower.
2) The experiment found that treatment with poultry manure compost resulted in superior plant growth, larger curd size, higher yields, and better crop quality compared to treatments with kitchen waste compost or vermicompost.
3) Based on the results, the document recommends the use of organic farming practices like poultry manure compost for cauliflower cultivation to ensure soil fertility, food safety, and long-term agricultural sustainability.
Organic rice production faces challenges with weed control and soil fertility but uses crop rotations, cover crops, and water management. Case studies show producers suppressing weeds through precision leveling, rotations of 3+ years, and flooding. Green manure crops like clover supply nitrogen and reseed naturally. While organic rice yields are lower, it commands a higher price in niche markets. Certification and following organic standards are required to label products as organic.
Companion Planting and Growing Outdoor Food Crops for Your Home - AustraliaMaria857qx
This document provides information on growing outdoor food crops. It discusses choosing a suitable site with sunlight, drainage, and protection from wind. Different vegetable groups are described based on temperature preferences. Techniques like row crops, companion planting, and containers are overviewed. The steps to start a home vegetable garden are outlined, including assessing the site, deciding what to grow based on space and preferences, and planning crop rotations. Maintaining the garden is also covered, such as providing drainage, preparing beds, and using green manures or cover crops to improve soil health and structure.
Developing more sustainable and productive agricultural systems - ways and meansDiraviam Jayaraj
This was presented in the Webinar on Covid-19 & Beyond: Existing Envioromental Challenges and Eco Friendly Agriculture organized by Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, New Delhi in collaboration with Gramium, Tamil Nadu on 14th August 2020. It provides an overview of the status of Agriculture in India and gives the steps involved in developing Sustainable Agriculture for developing more sustainable and productive agricultural systems.
This document discusses food gardening in the Philippines. It begins by outlining the benefits of food gardening such as preventing micronutrient deficiencies, reducing food insecurity, and increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables. It then discusses common problems with food gardening like lack of land and water, and provides solutions. The document outlines the basic steps to establishing a food garden, including developing a plan, choosing crops, and necessary gardening techniques. It also discusses technologies used in food gardening and provides examples of successful food gardening projects in the Philippines.
This document provides an overview of organic versus conventional agriculture, covering their histories, definitions, and methods. Key points include:
- Organic farming excludes synthetic fertilizers and pesticides and relies on techniques like crop rotation and composting. Yields are generally lower than conventional farms.
- Conventional agriculture commonly uses artificial fertilizers and pesticides to control weeds and pests.
- There is debate around whether organic farming is healthier and better for the environment due to lower yields requiring more land and questions around the health risks of chemicals.
This document discusses organic farming methods and their advantages over conventional farming. Organic farming prohibits synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, genetic engineering, sewage sludge, and food irradiation. It relies on crop diversity, pest control, livestock, and plant nutrition to farm sustainably. Organic farming can reduce production costs by 25% while eliminating chemicals and increasing yields within 5 years. It produces food free from harmful additives and may reduce health risks like heart disease and cancer. Organic farming also benefits the environment by building soil, reducing water pollution, decreasing energy use and greenhouse gases, and sequestering carbon in the soil.
This document discusses the benefits of home food gardening. It notes that food gardening can improve nutrition by providing a reliable food source and reducing micronutrient deficiencies. Gardening can also generate additional income from selling extra produce. Gardening has health benefits like reducing stress and improving mood. While many Filipino households want to garden, common barriers include lack of land, water, time, and knowledge. The document presents several gardening methods that can overcome space limitations, like container gardening, vertical gardening, and the magic square meter method. It encourages individuals, communities, schools and workplaces to start their own food gardens during Nutrition Month to improve access to nutrition.
Effect of organic farming in vegetable cropsRaju Daki
This document discusses organic farming of vegetables in India. It begins with an introduction to organic farming practices including crop rotations, use of organic manures and biofertilizers, and biological pest control. It then discusses the history and development of organic farming. The rest of the document outlines principles and objectives of organic vegetable farming in India, common vegetable crops grown organically, and strategies for organic production including use of organic manures and amendments, biofertilizers, and botanical pesticides. Tables provide data on organic certification and production in India. The document concludes with results from a study on the effects of organic plant growth promoters on brinjal yields.
Organic farming involves holistic management practices that promote ecosystem health. It focuses on biodiversity, biological cycles, and soil health while avoiding synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The document outlines principles, tools, and management practices for organic farming, including crop selection and rotations, pest and disease control using cultural and biological methods, and marketing of organic produce. It also discusses initiatives by the Odisha government to promote organic farming through schemes and policies aimed at developing sustainable agriculture.
This document provides an overview of Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) presented by Debasis Das. Some key points:
- ZBNF is an alternative to conventional agriculture that does not use chemical fertilizers or pesticides and aims to be expense-free. It relies on natural techniques like beejamrut, jeevamrut, mulching and natural pest control.
- The four pillars of ZBNF are beejamrut, jeevamrut, effective microorganisms and mulching. Beejamrut and jeevamrut provide nutrients to seeds and soil and encourage beneficial microbes.
- Studies show ZBNF increases soil nutrients
Potentials of integrated nutrient management systems in rice cultivation in...අසිරිමත් තාක්ෂනය
This document discusses the potentials of integrated nutrient management (INM) systems for rice cultivation in Sri Lanka. INM is a holistic approach to plant nutrition that obtains nutrients from both inorganic and organic sources to sustain soil fertility and enhance crop productivity. The document outlines the nutrient requirements of rice plants and describes how INM can be practiced through combinations of synthetic fertilizers, minerals, organic fertilizers, crop residues, and green manures. It also discusses limitations of INM in Sri Lanka and ways to overcome them, such as utilizing available organic materials and incentivizing large-scale organic manure production. Finally, it notes Sri Lanka's tropical climate and natural resources are well-suited for INM practices.
Organic farming is a holistic system that aims to optimize the productivity and health of diverse communities like soil organisms, plants, livestock, and people. It focuses on developing sustainable enterprises that are harmonious with the environment by protecting the environment, maintaining long-term soil fertility, and preserving biological diversity on the farm. The key principles are minimizing pollution and soil degradation while promoting biological productivity and health.
This document discusses organic manures and integrated nutrient management. It defines manures and fertilizers, and describes the importance of manures in improving soil fertility in a cost-effective manner. It also discusses different types of organic manures like bulky manures (FYM, compost), concentrated manures (oil cakes, bone meal), and green manures. Finally, it summarizes integrated nutrient management as maintaining soil fertility through optimizing organic, inorganic and biological components.
This document provides an overview of organic blueberry production. It discusses that blueberries require acidic soil conditions between pH 4.8-5.5. The most common organic method for lowering soil pH is through applying sulfur prior to planting. Soil pH plays an important role in nitrogen availability and uptake by blueberries. Organic fertilizers like fish meal provide nitrogen in the ammonium form preferred by blueberries. The document aims to address all aspects of organic blueberry production from soils and varieties to pests, diseases, and marketing.
This document discusses zero budget natural farming in vegetable production. It introduces zero budget natural farming and its four pillars: Beejamrut, Jeevamrut, mulching and Whapasa. It describes how these techniques enrich the soil microbiome and provide nutrients to plants without the need for chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Various production practices used in zero budget natural farming are also summarized, including crop rotation, intercropping, seed selection and soil management techniques. Insect pest management in this system focuses on encouraging beneficial insects and microbes rather than chemical controls.
Organic Vegetable Production: A Guide to Convert to Organic Production
`
For more information, Please see websites below:
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
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Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
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Increase Food Production with Companion Planting in your School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
The Challenges and Opportunities of Conversion to Organic Vegetable Production
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For more information, Please see websites below:
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
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Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
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Companion Planting Increases Food Production from School Gardens
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
Integrated, Organic High Tunnel Bramble and Vegetable Productioncegundacker
This document provides an overview of integrated organic bramble and vegetable production in high tunnels. It discusses Scenic Valley Farms' experience constructing and managing various high tunnel designs for growing blackberries, tomatoes, peppers and other crops. Details are given on soil preparation, irrigation, trellising, production yields, season extension, economics, and opportunities for intercropping and renewable energy integration. The goal is to demonstrate a sustainable model for local food production and clean energy generation.
This document summarizes research conducted by AVRDC - The World Vegetable Center on organic vegetable soybean production technologies. It outlines the objectives to integrate production techniques, evaluate varieties, and develop guidelines to support organic farmers. Field trials were conducted from 2006-2007 comparing fertilizer treatments and varieties. Results found the Tainan and Cha-Mame varieties performed best with total and graded pod yields not significantly different among treatments.
This document provides an overview of organic greenhouse vegetable production. It discusses how small growers can compete in an industry dominated by large operations through niche markets like organic and locally-grown produce. The document also examines soil-based and soilless culture methods and provides resources on greenhouse design, construction, and management. Overall, the document aims to provide new and experienced growers with information on setting up organic greenhouse systems and alternative production methods.
The document discusses a series of noontime talks on organic vegetable container gardening. It provides an outline of topics that will be covered in the talks, including introductions to organic vegetable gardening and the basics of organic vegetable container gardening. Examples of container types and materials that can be used are also presented. The talks aim to promote organic practices like using compost and beneficial insects instead of synthetic chemicals.
Organic High Tunnel Bramble Production and Vegetable Interplantingcegundacker
This document provides an overview of organic high tunnel bramble and vegetable production. It discusses Scenic Valley Farms' high tunnel designs and crop management practices. Key points include their use of high tunnels for producing blackberries, raspberries, tomatoes, and other crops. Details are provided on soil preparation, irrigation, trellising, pruning, winterization, and intercropping strategies. Harvest yields, market potential, and estimated revenues from high tunnel crops are also summarized.
Presentation during the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) Seminar Series on April 21, 2016 at RDMIC Bldg., cor. Visayas Ave., Elliptical Rd., Diliman, Quezon City
Effect of organic farming in vegetable cropsRaju Daki
The document discusses organic farming of vegetable crops in India, including the principles and objectives of organic farming, common vegetable crops grown organically in India, and strategies for organic vegetable production such as using organic manures and biofertilizers. It also provides data on the area under organic certification in India and the effects of different organic treatments on brinjal yields.
Southern SAWG--Organic Vegetable Production and Marketingparsonorganics
Introduction to growing and selling organic vegetables from two farmers, Cathy Jones and Daniel Parson, who have a combined experience of 40 years in farming. Presents material from developing organic soil to planting seeds, selling the crop, and managing the business of a small farm.
Organic Vegetable Production - Purdue ExtensionFaiga64c
This document provides information on organic vegetable production. It discusses soil fertility management using organic amendments like compost and manure. It also covers organic insect, disease, and weed management strategies. The full document includes tables listing organic fertilizers and their nutrient contents, as well as organic management options for common insect pests and diseases.
Greenhouses range in size from small family farms to large industrial operations. Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and lettuce are common greenhouse crops. Greenhouse production allows year-round harvests and access to niche markets. Organic greenhouse production requires avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Soil-based systems can be adapted for organics while hydroponics and other soilless systems require organic-approved inputs and nutrients. Costs of equipment, operations and identifying niche markets must be considered for economic viability.
Organic farming relies on techniques like crop rotation, green manure, compost, and biological pest control to maintain soil fertility without using harmful chemicals. It defines organic farming and discusses its history, principles, and methods. Key aspects covered include using organic manures and pesticides, maintaining soil health, and rotating crops to replenish nutrients. Both advantages like increasing soil fertility long-term and reducing pollution, and disadvantages like potential lower initial yields are addressed.
This presentation was delivered at the Georgia Organics Annual Conference in Atlanta on February 23, 2013. Provides basic information on IPM approaches in sustainable vegetable production systems.
The document summarizes the vegetable industry in the Cordillera Administrative Region of the Philippines. It notes that semi-temperate vegetables contribute 30-35% of the region's agricultural GDP and are a major livelihood for over 97,000 farmers. It identifies issues facing the industry like unstable supply, quality, and prices due to factors throughout production and distribution. The major vegetables produced are broccoli, cabbage, carrots, Chinese cabbage, and potatoes.
Integrated Nutrient Management refers to maintenance of soil fertility and the plant nutrient supply at an optimum level for sustaining the desired productivity through optimization of the benefits from all the possible sources of Organic, Inorganic & biological component in an integrated manner.
Protected cultivation of vegetable crops BY HARMANJEETStudent
This document provides an overview of protected cultivation of vegetable crops. It discusses the need for protected cultivation due to factors like globalization, climate change, and shrinking land. Protected cultivation ensures higher yields, quality, and profits. India has seen growth in protected cultivation, especially in states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Uttarakhand. The document outlines the potential crops well-suited for protected cultivation in Himachal Pradesh, including tomatoes, capsicum, cucumber, and french beans. It also discusses polyhouse design principles, types of polyhouses from low to high-cost, and considerations for site selection, orientation, and production systems. The key challenges of greenhouse cultivation include climate control and management of
A Farmer’s Guide to Organic Fruit and Vegetable Production; by Tony Little
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For more information, Please see websites below:
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
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Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
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Companion Planting Increases Food Production from School Gardens
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
This document summarizes weed management strategies for organic production. It discusses that weeds are plants that thrive in disturbed agricultural sites and outlines their ecological functions. Weeds are adapted to disturbance through prolific seed production, dispersal mechanisms, dormancy, and regenerating from fragments. The critical weed-free period is described as being important for crop competitiveness. Cultural control methods include crop rotations, companion planting, and improving seedbed preparation and crop seeding. Mechanical control options such as false seedbeds, stale seedbeds, cultivation, flaming, and mulching are outlined. The document advocates for an integrated approach using multiple control strategies to effectively manage weeds organically.
This document discusses biodynamic agriculture, a form of organic and sustainable farming. It emerged in the 1970s to address environmental and social issues with industrial agriculture. Biodynamic agriculture follows the moon and cosmic cycles and uses nine special preparations made from herbs, minerals, and manure to influence the farm. It aims to improve soil quality, farm profitability, and rural communities. The document provides examples of biodynamic farms in the US and reviews the environmental, social, and crop yield advantages of this agricultural practice.
This document discusses basic organic soil management and caring for soil as a living system. It covers several key topics:
1) Feeding and protecting the soil through conservation practices, maintaining soil life, and providing habitat with organic matter and tilth.
2) Maintaining soil health through practices like keeping soil covered, maximizing living roots, minimizing disturbance, and using biodiversity through multi-species cover crops.
3) Replenishing the organic matter cycle by feeding the soil life a balanced diet of cover crops, compost, mulches, crop residues, and manure.
4) Addressing challenges in vegetable production through maintaining soil cover with successive plantings, including high-biomass
This document discusses basic organic soil management and caring for soil as a living system. It covers several key topics:
1) Feeding and protecting the soil through conservation practices, maintaining soil life, and providing habitat with organic matter and tilth.
2) Maintaining soil health through practices like keeping soil covered, maximizing living roots, minimizing disturbance, and using biodiversity through multi-species cover crops.
3) Replenishing the organic matter cycle by feeding the soil life a balanced diet of cover crops, compost, mulches, crop residues, and manure.
4) Addressing challenges in vegetable production through maintaining soil cover with living plants, including high-biomass cover
Gardening Organically - Catherine Wissner, University of Wyoming
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For more information, Please see websites below:
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Organic Edible Schoolyards & Gardening with Children
http://scribd.com/doc/239851214
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Double Food Production from your School Garden with Organic Tech
http://scribd.com/doc/239851079
`
Free School Gardening Art Posters
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159`
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Companion Planting Increases Food Production from School Gardens
http://scribd.com/doc/239851159
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Healthy Foods Dramatically Improves Student Academic Success
http://scribd.com/doc/239851348
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City Chickens for your Organic School Garden
http://scribd.com/doc/239850440
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Simple Square Foot Gardening for Schools - Teacher Guide
http://scribd.com/doc/239851110
This presentation explains the current status, needs and benefits of organic farming. It also includes the methods and types of organic material that can be provided to soil in different ways.
This presentation provides introduction for beginners and agronomic principles to farmers in Sri Lanka who are willing to join seed and planting material production under the registration of the Department of Agriculture
This document discusses the future of farming and how an individual can start farming from home. It outlines several challenges for future farming including rising population, increasing food demand, climate change impacts, and unsustainable resource use. Key success factors identified include investment in agricultural technology and knowledge, organic practices, and natural resource management. The document also provides tips for individuals starting a farm from home, such as researching costs and markets, gaining experience, and developing a business plan.
Hay meadow restoration (conserve and sustain 280612)Craven College
This document summarizes the Hay Time project, which worked to restore hay meadows across the Dales from 2006-2011. It provided infrastructure like an experienced project manager to identify donor and receptor meadows and coordinate seed harvesting and spreading. Research found that adding seed increases species richness and green hay spreading is most effective. The project restored 165 hectares and enhanced 114 hectares of meadows. Data analysis found that restoration methods significantly increased species diversity over time. Seed addition is the start of a lengthy restoration process and the right conditions are needed for new species to establish.
Organic seeds are used to grow organic crops without synthetic chemicals. The main difference between organic and conventional seeds is that organic seeds are produced without synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Organic seed production focuses on soil fertility through organic matter and cover crops while supporting beneficial insects. It requires crops to be grown without prohibited materials for three years and annual inspection. The market for organic products is expanding due to consumer concerns about the environment and pesticide residues.
Crop rotations and cover crops for diversity presentation A Lecture By Mr All...Mr.Allah Dad Khan
Crop rotations and cover crops are keys to sustainable cropping systems. Sustainable systems utilize conservation crop rotations along with supporting practices like cover crops, residue management, and nutrient management to ensure long-term productivity while protecting natural resources. Cover crops provide benefits like increased soil organic matter, nitrogen for subsequent crops from legumes, and weed suppression. Key considerations for cover crops include species selection and termination. Sustainable crop rotations include a diversity of crops, minimize pests, and maximize benefits through keeping live cover on the land.
Crop rotations and cover crops for diversity presentation A Lecture By Mr All...Mr.Allah Dad Khan
Crop rotations and cover crops are keys to sustainable cropping systems. Sustainable systems utilize conservation crop rotations along with supporting practices like cover crops, residue management, and nutrient management to ensure long-term productivity while protecting natural resources. Cover crops provide benefits like increased soil organic matter, nitrogen for subsequent crops from legumes, and weed suppression. Key considerations for cover crops include species selection and termination. Sustainable crop rotations include a diversity of crops, minimize pests, and maximize benefits through keeping live cover on the land.
This document discusses biological/sustainable farming versus industrial/biotech farming. It outlines some of the key developments in each approach over time. It raises questions about which approach is healthier and more sustainable. The document then defines biological farming approaches like organic farming. It notes concerns with industrial agriculture like its negative environmental and health impacts. Finally, it discusses principles of true sustainable agriculture and provides examples of modern sustainable farmers and researchers.
This document discusses principles and techniques of plant propagation from seeds, cuttings, and specialized structures. It covers the biology and methods of propagation using seeds, including seed composition, selection, germination conditions, and direct or indirect sowing. Propagation by cuttings is also examined, including the types of cuttings taken from stems, such as softwood, herbaceous, hardwood, and semi-hardwood cuttings. The document provides detailed information on starting plants from both seeds and cuttings.
This document provides information about organic and conventional farming. It begins with an agenda for a class comparing organic and conventional farming. It then discusses the differences between the two methods, including the use of pesticides, livestock practices, and soil quality. The document outlines the principles and requirements for organic certification. It also discusses the pros and cons of organic farming as well as statistics on organic farming. In the end, it provides references used throughout the document.
Overview of maintaining healthy growth of cropsTom
This document discusses maintaining the healthy growth of crops through proper crop walking, pest management, disease prevention, weed control, ensuring proper nutrient levels and irrigation, and avoiding drought stress, compaction, and other environmental damage. It covers identifying and managing pests, diseases, weeds, and nutrient deficiencies. The document also addresses legislation, equipment, waste management, and potential environmental impacts of farming activities.
Barry Fisher - Regenerating Soil Function After Extreme Weather And Prevented...John Blue
Regenerating Soil Function After Extreme Weather And Prevented Planting - Barry Fisher, USDA-NRCS, from the 2020 Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference, held March 3-4, 2020, Ada, OH, USA.
Cultivation and collection of drugs of natural originZuli Shingala
cultivation and collection of medicinal plants, processing, storage, etc. with various factors that affects cultivation and collection of medicinal plants
This document discusses vegetable production technologies in Pakistan. It outlines various production methods used like organic farming, low tunnel farming, and hydroponics. It also covers handling and processing technologies after harvest, like storage, freezing, drying and canning. The document notes the importance of vegetables to Pakistan's economy and nutrition. It presents statistics on area and production of vegetables in Pakistan from 2002-2012. It discusses the merits and limitations of the technologies and outlines future areas to improve vegetable production.
Rainbow of Hope for Children: Biointensive Gardening in El SalvadorFayina19z
This document provides an overview and update on the Rainbow of Hope for Children's Biointensive Garden project in Izalco, El Salvador. Over the past 6 years, Rainbow has supported the organic mini-farming demonstration site by providing equipment, infrastructure, salaries, and technical support. The project has trained local farmers and successfully implemented biointensive techniques to improve food security and nutrition for children at a nearby orphanage. Outcomes include steadily increasing vegetable production, employment and training of local farmers, and supplementing the diets of 90 orphanage children. Rainbow is seeking ongoing funding to maintain the self-sustaining garden and continue its benefits.
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
HCL Notes und Domino Lizenzkostenreduzierung in der Welt von DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-und-domino-lizenzkostenreduzierung-in-der-welt-von-dlau/
DLAU und die Lizenzen nach dem CCB- und CCX-Modell sind für viele in der HCL-Community seit letztem Jahr ein heißes Thema. Als Notes- oder Domino-Kunde haben Sie vielleicht mit unerwartet hohen Benutzerzahlen und Lizenzgebühren zu kämpfen. Sie fragen sich vielleicht, wie diese neue Art der Lizenzierung funktioniert und welchen Nutzen sie Ihnen bringt. Vor allem wollen Sie sicherlich Ihr Budget einhalten und Kosten sparen, wo immer möglich. Das verstehen wir und wir möchten Ihnen dabei helfen!
Wir erklären Ihnen, wie Sie häufige Konfigurationsprobleme lösen können, die dazu führen können, dass mehr Benutzer gezählt werden als nötig, und wie Sie überflüssige oder ungenutzte Konten identifizieren und entfernen können, um Geld zu sparen. Es gibt auch einige Ansätze, die zu unnötigen Ausgaben führen können, z. B. wenn ein Personendokument anstelle eines Mail-Ins für geteilte Mailboxen verwendet wird. Wir zeigen Ihnen solche Fälle und deren Lösungen. Und natürlich erklären wir Ihnen das neue Lizenzmodell.
Nehmen Sie an diesem Webinar teil, bei dem HCL-Ambassador Marc Thomas und Gastredner Franz Walder Ihnen diese neue Welt näherbringen. Es vermittelt Ihnen die Tools und das Know-how, um den Überblick zu bewahren. Sie werden in der Lage sein, Ihre Kosten durch eine optimierte Domino-Konfiguration zu reduzieren und auch in Zukunft gering zu halten.
Diese Themen werden behandelt
- Reduzierung der Lizenzkosten durch Auffinden und Beheben von Fehlkonfigurationen und überflüssigen Konten
- Wie funktionieren CCB- und CCX-Lizenzen wirklich?
- Verstehen des DLAU-Tools und wie man es am besten nutzt
- Tipps für häufige Problembereiche, wie z. B. Team-Postfächer, Funktions-/Testbenutzer usw.
- Praxisbeispiele und Best Practices zum sofortigen Umsetzen
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
AI 101: An Introduction to the Basics and Impact of Artificial IntelligenceIndexBug
Imagine a world where machines not only perform tasks but also learn, adapt, and make decisions. This is the promise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a technology that's not just enhancing our lives but revolutionizing entire industries.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
Building Production Ready Search Pipelines with Spark and MilvusZilliz
Spark is the widely used ETL tool for processing, indexing and ingesting data to serving stack for search. Milvus is the production-ready open-source vector database. In this talk we will show how to use Spark to process unstructured data to extract vector representations, and push the vectors to Milvus vector database for search serving.
Pushing the limits of ePRTC: 100ns holdover for 100 daysAdtran
At WSTS 2024, Alon Stern explored the topic of parametric holdover and explained how recent research findings can be implemented in real-world PNT networks to achieve 100 nanoseconds of accuracy for up to 100 days.
Climate Impact of Software Testing at Nordic Testing DaysKari Kakkonen
My slides at Nordic Testing Days 6.6.2024
Climate impact / sustainability of software testing discussed on the talk. ICT and testing must carry their part of global responsibility to help with the climat warming. We can minimize the carbon footprint but we can also have a carbon handprint, a positive impact on the climate. Quality characteristics can be added with sustainability, and then measured continuously. Test environments can be used less, and in smaller scale and on demand. Test techniques can be used in optimizing or minimizing number of tests. Test automation can be used to speed up testing.
Driving Business Innovation: Latest Generative AI Advancements & Success StorySafe Software
Are you ready to revolutionize how you handle data? Join us for a webinar where we’ll bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in Generative AI technology and discover how leveraging FME with tools from giants like Google Gemini, Amazon, and Microsoft OpenAI can supercharge your workflow efficiency.
During the hour, we’ll take you through:
Guest Speaker Segment with Hannah Barrington: Dive into the world of dynamic real estate marketing with Hannah, the Marketing Manager at Workspace Group. Hear firsthand how their team generates engaging descriptions for thousands of office units by integrating diverse data sources—from PDF floorplans to web pages—using FME transformers, like OpenAIVisionConnector and AnthropicVisionConnector. This use case will show you how GenAI can streamline content creation for marketing across the board.
Ollama Use Case: Learn how Scenario Specialist Dmitri Bagh has utilized Ollama within FME to input data, create custom models, and enhance security protocols. This segment will include demos to illustrate the full capabilities of FME in AI-driven processes.
Custom AI Models: Discover how to leverage FME to build personalized AI models using your data. Whether it’s populating a model with local data for added security or integrating public AI tools, find out how FME facilitates a versatile and secure approach to AI.
We’ll wrap up with a live Q&A session where you can engage with our experts on your specific use cases, and learn more about optimizing your data workflows with AI.
This webinar is ideal for professionals seeking to harness the power of AI within their data management systems while ensuring high levels of customization and security. Whether you're a novice or an expert, gain actionable insights and strategies to elevate your data processes. Join us to see how FME and AI can revolutionize how you work with data!
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
Communications Mining Series - Zero to Hero - Session 1DianaGray10
This session provides introduction to UiPath Communication Mining, importance and platform overview. You will acquire a good understand of the phases in Communication Mining as we go over the platform with you. Topics covered:
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• Why is it important?
• How can it help today’s business and the benefits
• Phases in Communication Mining
• Demo on Platform overview
• Q/A
For the full video of this presentation, please visit: https://www.edge-ai-vision.com/2024/06/building-and-scaling-ai-applications-with-the-nx-ai-manager-a-presentation-from-network-optix/
Robin van Emden, Senior Director of Data Science at Network Optix, presents the “Building and Scaling AI Applications with the Nx AI Manager,” tutorial at the May 2024 Embedded Vision Summit.
In this presentation, van Emden covers the basics of scaling edge AI solutions using the Nx tool kit. He emphasizes the process of developing AI models and deploying them globally. He also showcases the conversion of AI models and the creation of effective edge AI pipelines, with a focus on pre-processing, model conversion, selecting the appropriate inference engine for the target hardware and post-processing.
van Emden shows how Nx can simplify the developer’s life and facilitate a rapid transition from concept to production-ready applications.He provides valuable insights into developing scalable and efficient edge AI solutions, with a strong focus on practical implementation.
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
How to Get CNIC Information System with Paksim Ga.pptxdanishmna97
Pakdata Cf is a groundbreaking system designed to streamline and facilitate access to CNIC information. This innovative platform leverages advanced technology to provide users with efficient and secure access to their CNIC details.
Maruthi Prithivirajan, Head of ASEAN & IN Solution Architecture, Neo4j
Get an inside look at the latest Neo4j innovations that enable relationship-driven intelligence at scale. Learn more about the newest cloud integrations and product enhancements that make Neo4j an essential choice for developers building apps with interconnected data and generative AI.
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slackshyamraj55
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
5. Start Small !!!
making mistakes on a small scale
lays the ground work for
Success on a larger scale
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• The Farmhouse B & B is 40 acres
• 3.25 acres vegetable and cut flower
• Small Apiary
• 300 shiitake logs
• Applying for organic certification
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Marketing
• 75 member Community Supported
Agriculture (CSA)
• Stella s Southern Bistro
• High Cotton Greenville
• Live Oak Farm Store
• Greenville TD Saturday Market
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31. Morning Agenda
• Introduction
• Marketing Decisions and Organic
Certification
• Soil Health and Fertility
• Crop Rotations and Crop Planning
• Questions and Discussion
32. Marketing Decisions
Organic Certification-
Is it the right choice for you?
How do you get certified?
33. Survey your marketing
opportunities
What opportunities exist?
farmers markets, restaurants, food coops
What can you create?
community supported agriculture (CSA),
buying clubs, mobile market
What is your comfort zone / preference?
do you like people? solitude?
34. What are you wanting to
sell/market?
Farm-grown vegetables?
“Value added” products?
Farm-raised meats?
Your farm as a “destination” farm?
35. Organic Certification as a
marketing tool
Helps you develop your “brand”
Helps to open doors to certain markets
Tells customers about your values
Helps you differentiate yourself from others
36. USDA and Organic
• 1990 -- Congress passes Organic
Foods Production Act (OFPA)
• 1992 -- USDA establishes the National
Organic Program
– USDA appoints National Organic
Standards Board
• 2000 -- USDA publishes approved
standards
• 2002 -- NOP rules fully enforced
37. National Organic Standards
Board definition
A production system that is managed…to
respond to site-specific conditions by
integrating cultural, biological, and
mechanical practices that foster cycling
of resources, promote ecological
balance, and conserve biodiversity.
38. Cultural Practices
• Crop Rotation
• Variety selection for resistance
• Water management
• Fertility management
• Farm-scaping
• Mulching/Organic matter management
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40. Biological Practices
• Encouraging natural enemies
• Releasing beneficial insects
• Using compost
• Cover crops and farmscaping
• Using biopesticides
• Field sanitation
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42. Mechanical Practices
• Tillage
• Cultivation for weed control
• Row covers
• Removal of pests
• Trellising
• Plastic mulch
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44. National Organic Standards
Board definition
A production system that is managed…to
respond to site-specific conditions by
integrating cultural, biological, and
mechanical practices that foster cycling
of resources, promote ecological
balance, and conserve biodiversity.
45. What is Certified Organic?
A production system that is managed…to
respond to site-specific conditions by
Keeping records and
integrating cultural, biological, and
registering with an
mechanical practices that foster cycling
agency to prove it.
of resources, promote ecological
balance, and conserve biodiversity.
46. Steps to Certification
• No application of prohibited substance for 3
years
• Implement organic farm plan
• Contact certifier for details
• Send application and supporting documents
• Respond to any questions
• Complete inspection/interview
• Decision from certification committee
47. Organic Farm Plan Worksheet
• Section 1: General Information
• Section 2: Farm Plan Information
• Section 3: Seeds and Seed Treatments
• Section 4: Source of Seedlings and
Perennial Stock
• Section 5: Soil and Crop Fertility
Management
48. Organic Farm Plan Worksheet
• Section 6: Crop Management
• Section 7: Maintenance of Organic
Integrity
• Section 8: Record Keeping System
• Section 9: Affirmation
Found on web or from certification agency
49. Resources
• OMRI listings at www.omri.org
• National Organic Program at
www.ams.usda.gov/nop/
• Appropriate Technology Transfer to
Rural Areas www.attra.org
50. Morning Agenda
• Introduction
• Marketing Decisions and Organic
Certification
• Soil Health and Fertility
• Crop Rotations and Crop Planning
• Questions and Discussion
51. What is Soil?
• Minerals--Sand, silt, clay, nutrients
• Organic matter--dead organisms
• Living organisms
• Water
• Air
• 50% solid material
53. Soil Texture
Take a small amount of moist soil
• Sands and loamy sands
– Won t hold a ball
• Loams
– Will hold ball when bounced in hand
• Clays
– Ribbon when pressed between thumb and
finger
54. Soil Profile
• O--organic layer
– Doesn t exist in ag soils
• A--alluvial layer
– Top soil: very thin here
• B--layer
– Sub-soil: plant roots penetrate this layer
• C--layer
– Weathered rock and parent material
56. Active Organic Matter
Crop/cover crop residue
• Plant material you can see
• Consumed by microbes
– Increase microbial biomass
– CO2 released
– Plant nutrients released
• 10-20% becomes Soil Organic Matter
(SOM)
57. Soil Organic Matter (SOM)
Nonliving organic fraction of soil--you
can t see it
• Humic substances
• Nonhumic substances--unaltered
remains
• Humic Acid Principles and Applications
of Soil Microbiology, Sylvia,
• Fulvic Acid Fuhrmann, Hartel, Zuberer,
ed.
• Humin
58. SOM Benefits
• Microbial biodiversity
• Plant growth promoting
• Increased CEC (20-80% of CEC)
• Buffers pH changes
• Slow nutrient release (2-5% per year)
• Trace elements Principles and Applications
of Soil Microbiology, Sylvia,
Fuhrmann, Hartel, Zuberer,
ed.
59. How to Increase SOM
• Reduce tillage
• Use cover crops
• Do crop rotations
• Compost
• Mulch
• Reduce tillage
60. What is a Cover Crop?
A cover crop is grown to support the
production of other crops; not for
harvest. Cover crop residue is left on
the surface in a no-till system or
incorporated into the soil in a tillage
system.
61. What is a Good Cover Crop?
• Legumes
– Nitrogen fixation (70-200 lb/acre N)
• Grasses
– Add biomass (1-5 ton/acre dry)
– Conserve nutrients
• Other vigorous growers
63. National Organic Standards
The producer must manage crop nutrients
and soil fertility through rotations, cover
crops, and the application of plant and
animal materials
64. How to Plant Cover Crops
• Minimal tillage to clean field and cover
– Fine seed on surface
– Larger seed sow before final cultivation
• Achieve full coverage
• Encourage vigorous germination
• Consider following crop
65.
66.
67.
68. How to Plow in Cover Crops
• Early bloom stage before seed sets
• Mow and shred
• Allow to dry and shrink
• Shallow tillage to incorporate
• Wait 4 weeks before direct seeding
78. Beneficial Insects
Big-Eyed Bug Minute Pirate Bug
Newport News Master Gardeners
From University of Nebraska-
Lincoln/Photo by Jack Dykinga,
image from the USDA Agricultural
Research Service.
84. Warm Season Broadleaves
• Buckwheat (1-1.5 ton/acre dry)
– Short season
– Prolific blooms attract beneficial insects
– Cycles Calcium
• Sunflower
– Great scaffold for climbers
– Possible harvest with non-climbers
85. Primary Mixes--Summer
• Buckwheat, Soybean, and Sudan
– Early bloom of buckwheat
– Mow when soybeans bloom
• Buckwheat alone in sequence
– Short season cover
– Constant bloom for insects
87. Cool Season Legumes
• Crimson Clover (70-130#N/acre)
– Rich in N and blooms
• Fava bean
– banner for N and biomass
• Hairy Vetch (90-200#N/acre)
• Austrian Winter Pea
91. Cool Season Grasses
• Cereal or Grain Rye
– Great height
– Winter hardiness
• Oats
– Early biomass and semi winter-hardy
• Wheat
– Smaller stature, hardy
92. Primary Mixes--Winter
• Rye and hairy vetch
– More biomass formed
– Precedes later season crops
• Oats and Crimson Clover
– Precedes spring crops
– Better N source for short crops
93. Resources
• Appropriate Technology Transfer to
Rural Areas (ATTRA)
– www.attra.org
• Using Cover Crops Profitably
– www.sare.org
• Adams-Briscoe Seed
• Johnny s Selected Seeds
122. What else do we need to
meet our fertility goals?
123. What else do we need to
meet our fertility goals?
124. Morning Agenda
• Introduction
• Marketing Decisions and Organic
Certification
• Soil Health and Fertility
• Crop Rotations and Crop Planning
• Questions and Discussion
125. Determining square footage of field
Step it off- learning what’s your “step” length is
a valuable tool
Measure the length and width- convert to feet-
multiple length by the width
example- 100’ by 200’ = 20,000 sq ft an acre is
43,000 sq ft
to keep it simple – using 40,000- a 20,000 sq ft
field is ½ acre
Consult chart and determine how much seed to
plant
126. Crop Rotations
3 examples of strategies:
Nutrient based
Cash crop based
Cover crop based
127. Why develop a crop rotation?
Organic certification requires it
Allows for better use of soil resources
Helps preserve and even enhance soil
structure
Can help improve efficiency on the farm
Breaks weed and disease cycles
and
… an essential part of soil health and soil
fertility
128. Basic strategies can include-
Successive plantings:
that are in different family groups
that make different nutrient demands-
heavy vs. light feeders
that are susceptible to different pests
Rotating cultivation practices-
shallow vs. aggressive
Rotating the time the soil is occupied by a
cash crop vs cover crop
Utilize a 3 year cycle, or rotation- 5 year is
better, 7 year is best!
130. Started with this book
List of the crops we grew
Determined our space
requirements/limitations
Stack of index cards
131. Field Rotations - Perry-winkle Farm
Field
linear ft 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Omega taters CVR VR E Spring Taters
1000 Greens S-Frost L Spring deer safe
Fall S-Frost Cover greens
VR Gar/Fall
Taters E Spring OWF CVR Taters
In 2005 our rotation G
1000
Beans
Clover/ sunflwrs
fallow
Fall
looked like this… Rape
E Spring
Oats
CVR
OWF
VR
CVR
OWF
A1 Millet S-Frost L Spring fallow
1000 S-Frost Cover fallow
CVR VR Oats CVR
E Spring L Spring Taters E Spring
A2 Millet cover Beans L Spring
2500 cover Clover/ fallow
CVR Fall Oats CVR
…but before the year D
Taters
Beans
E Spring
S-Frost
CVR
L Spring
CVR
Sum-Sept
E Spring
soy/cowp
Taters
cover
was over we were 2500
Oats
Clover/
Oats
Fall
CVR
cowpeas
CVR
wint-kill soy/cowp
Rape
cover
CVR
already changing things B 1-25 E Spring
OWF/Rape CVR
Taters
2500 Millet
rape CVR
OWF Taters CVR
B 26-51 L Spring Millet
2500 Fall sunflwrs
Gar/OWF rape CVR
OWF CVR Taters
E Sum-Sept
2000 S- Frost
OWF CVR Rape
Gar/OWF Taters-4 CVR Taters-10
C Sum-Sept
2800 S-Frost S- Frost
CVR Rape
Taters CVR CVR CVR Taters
F Sum-Sept L Spring
132. Field
linear ft 2005 2006
Omega VR E Spring
1000 L Spring deer safe
Cover greens
Gar/Fall
10 fields-
E Spring OWF
G fallow
1000 sunflwrs Fall
OWF CVR
VR OWF
1/8, 1/4, ½ acre A1
1000
L Spring
Cover
Oats
fallow
fallow
CVR
Taters E Spring
A2 Beans L Spring
2500 Clover/ fallow
Oats CVR
E Spring CVR
4 seasons-
D S-Frost L Spring
2500 Fall cowpeas
CVR CVR
early spring
OWF/Rape
B 1-25 E Spring Taters
2500 Millet
rape OWF
mid- summer
OWF Taters
B 26-51 L Spring Millet
2500 sunflwrs
rape CVR
fall
OWF CVR
E Sum-Sept
2000 S- Frost
CVR Rape
Taters-4 CVR
overwinter C
2800 S-Frost
CVR
Sum-Sept
S- Frost
Rape
CVR CVR
F Sum-Sept
2340 S-Frost Cover
CVR CVR
133. Field
linear ft 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Omega Taters owf/onions Taters CVR/owf E Spring CVR
Espring/
1000 S-Frost chickens salad mix owf millet summer
owf VR basil millet buckwheat summer
pigs CVR/owf fall CVR CVR
Now we are looking at A1
E Spring
millet
garlic
millet
CVR
basil
CVR
summer
taters
taters
CVR
buckwheat
something that looks 1000
garlic CVR
S- Frost
CVR
summer millet fall
rape/radish buckwheat owf/garlic
more like this… Asparag
us chickens
pigs
CVR
CVR OWF taters CVR CVR owf/garlic
Sudangras
A2 Sum-Sept s taters summer pigs millet
2500 millet non-solna fall buckwheat
What has remained constant- OWF
CVR/chicks
rape
CVR
CVR
OWF
CVR
taters
owf/garlic rape/radish
CVR owf
B 1-25 1-10 taters S- Frost sunfl/cowp taters summer sunfl/cowp
2500 millet/ Sum sunfl/cowp millet non-solna sunfl/cowp
CVR fall/owf rape/radish CVR fall/owf CVR
OWF CVR OWF taters CVR owf
We not only rotate the cash B 26-51
2500
millet
chickens
CVR E Spring
S- Frost sunfl/cowp
taters
millet
summer sunfl/cowp
non-solna sunfl/cowp
crops we plant, but we also CVR
E Spring
fall/owf rape/radish CVR
L Spring taters 6-12 garlic/owf
fall/owf
CVR
CVR
CVR
rotate the cover crops we use C
sunfl/
Millet 1-5 spring buckwheat summer E Spring
2800 cowpeas sunfl/cowp S- Frost summer millet
CVR/rape fall/garlic CVR CVR rape/radish
OWF Taters CVR CVR E Spring taters
D soy/cowp millet E Spring L spring sunfl/cowp taters
We avoid planting the same 2500 soy/cowp
Rape
millet
CVR
millet
CVR
millet
fall
sunfl/cowp
rape/radish
millet
CVR
plant families the following year E
CVR chickens
chickens
CVR
summer
CVR
pigs
taters
taters
CVR
summer
2000 millet chickens summer millet non-solna
CVR CVR CVR rape/radish CVR owf
Taters CVR CVR CVR CVR taters
F Taters chickens summer L Spring pigs taters
We are not afraid to change it! 2340 millet
CVR
Sum-Sept summer sunfl/cowp
CVR CVR CVR rape/radish
millet
CVR
owf CVR CVR taters CVR
G S-Frost millet S- Frost sunfl/cowp taters summer
1000 S- Frost sunfl/cowp millet non-solna
owf CVR CVR rape/radish CVR owf
Taters CVR E Spring CVR taters
PIGS pigs Taters CVR millet L Spring taters
sunfl/
1600 cowpeas late summ sunfl/cowp millet millet
CVR Fall CVR rape CVR
141. Reality check before you start
(first you need to ask yourself these 3 questions-)
Who - do you want to sell to?
What - are your potential markets and
their requirements?
What - are you going to sell?
…then you can start asking
How - are you going to grow it?
142. To whom are you going to
sell?
Where is your farm’s located?
What opportunities exist in your area?
What options could you create?
143. What are you going
to grow???
When is the best time to plant?
How much are you going to grow?
How often can it be planted?
What varieties are best to grow?
and then…
Where are you going to plant it?
144. When is the best time
to plant?
What are the crop’s cold vs. hot weather
tolerances?
Will the crop be planted as a transplant or
will it be directly seeded?
How many successive plantings to do?
145. What are the best varieties
to grow?
Regional favorites?
What’s available?
Is it available in organic seed?
Which variety is recommended for outdoor
plantings, for hoop houses?
Open-pollinated vs hybrid?
146. Where are you going to
plant it?
Thank goodness for a rotational plan!!
Prepare the area ahead of time- don’t rush a field!
Do your field work in a timely fashion
…but always be prepared to “punt”
147. Scheduling your crops
Work backwards from your intended harvest
dates
Determine how many plantings you will need
Determine how many beds, fields, acres you
will need to grow the crop
Develop a system that keeps you on track
148. BRASSICAS - 2009
Variety source am't Target Actual Germ. Trans. Harvest
Broccoli Arcadia JSS- 1000 1-Jan
1-Feb
Premium Crop Hlms- 1000 15-Jun
15-Jul
B. Raab Sess. Grossa JSS- 1/4# 15-Mar
7-Apr
21-Jul
15-Aug
Spring Raab JSS- 1/4#
Cabbage Alcosa savoy JSS mini 1-Feb
15-Jul
Capricorn Territorial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Charmant Territorial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Early Jersey Hlms oz 1-Feb
15-Jul
Primax JSS- 2mini 1-Feb
15-Jul
Red
Jewel Stokes-1000 1-Feb
15-Jul
Ruby Ball Territoial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Chinese
Cab Blues Stokes '04 1-Aug
Collards Top Bunch 1-Jul
Flash JSS mini 15-Jan
1-Jul
Kale Lacinato SoC-pkt 29-Dec
1-Jul
Red Russian JSS- oz 29-Dec
1-Jul
Winterbor JSS- mini 29-Dec
161. Field Rotation Plan 2010
Field Crop Season
Rye/Clover Winter
1 Cucumbers/Squash Spring
Summer
Rye/Hairy Vetch Fall
Winter
2 Tomatoes Spring
Summer
Oats/Clover Fall
Winter
3 Mix Spring Veg Spring
Soybean/Buckwheat Summer
Mix Fall Veg and Rye Aisles Fall
Winter
4 Potatoes and Fava Beans Spring
Soybean/Buckwheat/Sudan Summer
Onions and Garlic Fall
Winter
5 Spring
Soybean/Buckwheat/Sudan Summer
Rye/Clover Fall
Winter
6 Spring
Winter Squash/Sweet Potato Summer
Rye/Peas Fall
Winter
7 Spring
Peppers/Eggplant Summer
Oats/Clover Fall
Winter
8 Mix Spring Veg Spring
Soybean/Buckwheat Summer
Mix Fall Veg Fall
162.
163. Morning Agenda
• Introduction
• Marketing Decisions and Organic
Certification
• Soil Health and Fertility
• Crop Rotations and Crop Planning
• Questions and Discussion
164. Morning Agenda
• Introduction
• Marketing Decisions and Organic
Certification
• Soil Health and Fertility
• Crop Rotations and Crop Planning
• Questions and Discussion
165. Organic Vegetable Production and
Marketing
Cathy Jones Daniel Parson
Perry-winkle Farm Parson Produce
Chapel Hill, NC Clinton, SC
166. Organic Vegetable Production and
Marketing
Cathy Jones Daniel Parson
Perry-winkle Farm Parson Produce
Chapel Hill, NC Clinton, SC
167. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
168. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
170. Understanding Irrigation
• Source: Surface or Underground
• Pumping: Electric or Gas
• Distribution to fields
• Overhead/traveling sprinkler
• Drip Systems
– Filtration
– Pressure reducer
178. Irrigation
• What are your needs?
• What do you have available?
• Understand flow vs. pressure
– Overhead = med flow + high pressure
– Drip = low-high flow + low pressure
179. Irrigation: Drip Systems
length of drip line/100 ft x gpm per 100 ft
= flow rate requirement
1000 ft/100 ft * 0.67 gpm = 6.7 gpm
Water flow, size of filter, pressure valve,
and header must be adequate
180. Irrigation
• Surface pumping starts $1K-$8K
• Wells can start at $10K
• Drip irrigation for $750 per acre
– Filters, headers, fittings: one time
– Annual drip tape expense
181.
182. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
186. Greenhouse vs. Field Seeding
Transplant Direct Seeding
• Earlier seeding date • Shorter time to harvest
• Control over planting date • Better root development
• No need for thinning • Faster planting
• Optimal spacing • Reduce planting costs
• Better early weed • Essential for root crops
management
• Reduce seed costs
187. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
188. When transplanting makes
more sense…
1. When the seed is expensive, finicky, slow
to emerge, not competitive w/ weeds
2. When you are trying to “push” the season
3. If you want to give cover crops more time
4. Allows more flexibility in crop planning
189. Sources for Transplants
garden centers / hardware stores
nurseries – local or mail order
from other organic growers
or you can - Grow Your Own….
190.
191. Basic needs of transplants
Warmth
Light
Moisture
Air Flow
192.
193.
194.
195.
196.
197. What are you going to need?
Good quality potting soil
Flats, trays
Nutrients- fertilizers
Seed covering- vermiculite
Seeds
Heat mats
Seeding tools
Clipboard/ record keeping
198. BRASSICAS - 2009
Variety source am't Target Actual Germ. Trans. Harvest
Broccoli Arcadia JSS- 1000 1-Jan
1-Feb
Premium Crop Hlms- 1000 15-Jun
15-Jul
B. Raab Sess. Grossa JSS- 1/4# 15-Mar
7-Apr
21-Jul
15-Aug
Spring Raab JSS- 1/4#
Cabbage Alcosa savoy JSS mini 1-Feb
15-Jul
Capricorn Territorial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Charmant Territorial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Early Jersey Hlms oz 1-Feb
15-Jul
Primax JSS- 2mini 1-Feb
15-Jul
Red
Jewel Stokes-1000 1-Feb
15-Jul
Ruby Ball Territoial 1-Feb
15-Jul
Chinese
Cab Blues Stokes '04 1-Aug
Collards Top Bunch 1-Jul
Flash JSS mini 15-Jan
1-Jul
Kale Lacinato SoC-pkt 29-Dec
1-Jul
Red Russian JSS- oz 29-Dec
1-Jul
Winterbor JSS- mini 29-Dec
199.
200.
201. Daniel s Soil Mix
• 2 @ 3.8 cu ft peat moss
• 2 cups lime mixed into peat
• 4 cu ft vermiculite
• 4 cu ft perlite
• 4 cu ft quality compost or vermicompost
• 2 cups kelp and/or Azomite
• 4 cups Fertrell 4-2-4
223. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
224. Organic farmer’s goal (dream)….
Raise healthy plants that will
outgrow any insect
pressure, develop
resistance to any disease,
and thrive in less than
perfect conditions.
“Cathy in Wonderland”
225. Toolbox for combating disease
Crop Rotation plan – include brassicas crops
Use healthy transplants, resistant varieties
Correct watering practices
Maintain adequate air flow
Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizers
Suitable soil pH
Field sanitation
Solarization of the soil
Compost and compost tea
226. but the reality is–
there’s disease out there
4 types of pathogens-
fungal bacterial
virus nematodes
can be spread-
seed borne, soil dwelling, air-borne, water
splashed, vectored by insects, humans
227.
228.
229. Toolbox for combating disease
Crop Rotation plan – include brassicas crops
Use healthy transplants, resistant varieties
Correct watering practices
Maintain adequate air flow
Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizers
Suitable soil pH
Field sanitation
Solarization of the soil
Compost and compost tea
230. Steps for combating disease
Pay attention- do field walks
Identify problems
Brainstorm- disease or fertility or
location?
Isolate- remove dying/diseased plants
from field
Deal with it- apply a remedy or bury it
under/ note and rotate your way out
231. Favorite book/sites
Pests of the Garden and Small Farm- a Grower’s
Guide to Using Less Pesticide by Mary Louise Flint
http://plant-disease.ippc.orst.edu/plant_index.aspx?title=image
http://vegetablemdonline.ppath.cornell.edu/
http://web.pppmb.cals.cornell.edu/resourceguide/index.php
http://vegetablemdonline.ppath.cornell.edu/NewsArticles/BasilDowny.html
http://www.neon.cornell.edu/training/ppts/McGrathproducts.pdf
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/chatham/ag/SustAg/diseaselinks.html
232.
233.
234. Rapeseed (Canola) -broadcast 8 to 14 lb./A.
Mustard: broadcast 10 to 15 lb./A.
Radish: broadcast 12 to 20 lb./A. Plant in
late summer or early fall after the daytime
average temperature is below 80°F.
Turnip: broadcast 10 to 12 lb./A. Plant in the
fall after the daytime average temperature
is below 80°F.
235. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
236. Weeds: Plant Pests
Vigorous growers
Copious reproduction
Competitive with crop
Perennial vs. annual
Grass vs. broadleaf
237. Problem Weeds
• Nutsedge • Hen Bit
• Bermuda Grass • Wild Radish
• Pigweed • Yellow Dock
• Sida
• Summer Grasses
247. Beneficial Insects
Big-Eyed Bug Minute Pirate Bug
Newport News Master Gardeners
From University of Nebraska-
Lincoln/Photo by Jack Dykinga,
image from the USDA Agricultural
Research Service.
248. Resources
• Rodale s Pest and Disease Problem
Solver
• Garden Insects of North America by
Whitney Cranshaw
• Manage Insects on Your Farm: A Guide
to Ecological Strategies by Miguel
Altieri, Clara Nicholls, with Marlene Fritz
• SARE Books available online
249. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
251. … at Perry-winkle Farm
“Variety is the spice of life”… diversification
is our mantra
“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”… you
might need to eat some of those chickens
“Life is like a box of chocolates, you never
know what you are going to get” … I wish
we could grow chocolate in NC
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261. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
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264.
265. How Does Your Garden Mow?
• Finish mower: Lawn mower on steroids
• Bush hog: Rotary mower cuts saplings
• Sickle bar: Low power, large pieces
• Scythe: Silent sickle bar
• Flail mower: Shredder
• String trimmer: Small jobs
286. Used -------------- New
• Lower initial cost • Years trouble-free
• Higher repair costs • Warranty
• Your time is • Maintenance counts!
valuable • Local dealer/repair
• Greater breakdown • Options tailored to
potential your operation
• Best if you can • Best if you can
repair it afford it
287. Realistic Maintenance
• Winter Overhaul
– Change oil
– Change filters
– Adjust settings, clean anything you can
• Check oil every time
• Change oil at least once during season
• Adjust and tighten often
• Fix problems ASAP
288. Equipment Safety
• Read your operator s/owner s manual--
seriously
• Properly maintain equipment
• Don t disable safety features--really,
don t
• Wear well-fitting long pants, shirt
• Use ear protection, safety glasses
289. Equipment Sources
• Bother your local tractor dealer
• www.earthtoolsbcs.com
• www.marketfarm.com
• www.ferrari-tractors.com
• Johnny s Selected Seeds
• Peaceful Valley Farm Supply
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294. Afternoon Agenda
• Irrigation
• Direct Seeding vs. Transplanting
• Transplant Production
• Disease Management
• Pest Management
• Alternative Crops
• Equipment
295. Organic Vegetable Production and
Marketing
Cathy Jones Daniel Parson
Perry-winkle Farm Parson Produce
Chapel Hill, NC Clinton, SC
296. Organic Vegetable Production and
Marketing
Cathy Jones Daniel Parson
Perry-winkle Farm Parson Produce
Chapel Hill, NC Clinton, SC
297. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
298. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
299. Harvest / Post Harvest
…now that you have grown it, how
do you maintain it’s quality and
freshness?
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314. Adapt the
equipment you
already have
Sub-soiler with a
shovel purchased at
farm supply store
Note the angle of the
shaft- pushes the
potatoes up and out
315.
316. This is the ultimate goal …
lots of varieties to draw in customers
322. Sweet Potatoes
• Dig and leave on ‘hills’ 1-4 hours
• Collect ‘seed’ for next year
• Collect remaining in perforated
containers
• Cure 4-7 days
– 85-90 degrees Fahrenheit
– 85-90 percent humidity
323. Food Safety…
GAP certification
(Good Agricultural Practices)
Is this in your future?
Will it be required by your customers?
Will it be required by your future customers?
324. TRACEABILITY (G-1 to G-2, and
Traceability Policy
• Each production area is • If product from multiple
identified or coded to enable production areas is
traceability in the event of a commingled during harvest, all
recall (include these codes on growers, production areas and
dates regarding the comingled
your farm maps) product is recorded
• Tanks/bins etc. can be traced • Your records should include to
to individual production areas whom you delivered the
• Records of crops held in produce
storage before packing are • All deliveries of produce to
kept processor will be accompanied
by a Delivery Form that
• Crop records include grower, includes the following
production area, and the date information:
of harvest
325.
326. Water Testing Policy and Log
Sheet (G-3)
• Water used for drinking, hand washing,
and on harvested crops is potable. Potable
water is available to all employees. Water
used for chemical applications and
irrigation is known to be adequate for its
intended use.
327. Field Visitor Policy and Log
Sheet (G-4)
• person(s) who frequents the farm on a
regular basis, is instructed at the beginning of
the season on proper health and hygiene
practices and is required to sign a visitor log
once (this includes auditors). Visitors who
are on the farm longer than 30 minutes will
be instructed to follow proper health and
hygiene practices (see appendix for
description) and will be required to sign the
Visitor Log sheet.
328. Preharvest/Postharvest Material
Applicators Policy (G15)
• Personnel will have a working knowledge of, and comply with proper
use of pre-harvest (pesticides, growth regulators, and fertilizers)
and/or postharvest application material (waxes, fumigants, and
pesticides). Working knowledge will include the appropriate
concentration and what to do if there is a spill.
• When the use of materials is being completed by licensed or trained
contractors, knowledge is demonstrated as applicators are covered
by Federal, State, or Local laws. All applicable State, Federal, and
Local training and licensing requirements will be met by persons
applying regulated or restricted use materials. If no restricted use
materials are being used the applicator will hold training documents
that prove they have received training on proper use.
329. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
330. Marketing…
Has as much to do with success as
growing
Learning to market is as important as
learning to grow
Markets are determined by farm
location
Know where you will sell before you
plant
Keep it diversified
331. Direct marketing vs. Wholesaling
What opportunities exist?
farmers markets, restaurants, food coops
What can you create?
community supported agriculture (CSA),
buying clubs, mobile market
What is your comfort zone / preference?
do you like people? solitude?
332. Types of Markets
Retail-
on farm stands
farmers markets
CSA (community supported agriculture)
Wholesale-
to distributors (including co-ops)
direct to stores
to restaurants
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339. Farmers market tips
Be consistent! Be there week after week
Bring a diversity of product or varieties
Build a great looking display –
colorful, abundant, and clean!!
Offer great customer service –
be friendly, be knowledgeable,
be helpful
340. Direct marketing vs. Wholesaling
What opportunities exist?
farmers markets, restaurants, food coops
What can you create?
community supported agriculture (CSA),
buying clubs, mobile market
What is your comfort zone / preference?
do you like people? solitude?
343. CSA
• Financing the season up front
• Planning of customer numbers/budget
• Don’t try this your first year
• Lower costs/possible to avoid
transportation
• At or close to retail
345. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
346. Budget Crop Planning
Annual Profit
Production
and Loss
Marketing
347. Budget Crop Planning
Good Record Keeping
is Essential at
Every Station
Annual Profit
Production
and Loss
Marketing
348. Be Prepared
• Capital Needs
– Land
– Equipment
– Structures
• Income Needs
• Appropriate Operation Size
349. Getting Started--Create a
Budget
• Separate capital needs from expenses
– Financing
– Timeline: 5, 10, 15 years
– Consider renting instead of buying
• Capital spending must lead to income
350. Renting vs. Buying
• Land:
– Permanence of location
– Relative costs over time
– Current vs. future value of land
• Equipment:
– How often will it be used
– Relative cost of rental vs. maintenance
351. Marketing Dictates
• Farmers Markets
• On-Farm Sales
• Community Supported Agriculture
(CSA)
• Restaurants
• Wholesale to grocery
• Coop/Buying club
352. Land Needs
• Small operations: less than 5 acres
– At least 150% of production space
– As close to the market as possible
– Consider expansion and surrounding area
– Irrigation potential is essential!
• Get you hands on cleared land!
353. Expenses
• Automobile • Dues and
• Insurance subscriptions
• Repair and • Fuel
maintenance • Tools
• Beekeeping • Land
• Travel • Marketing
• Continuing • Office/office
education equipment
355. Expenses-Labor
• Pay yourself monthly!
• Full time help
• Interns--follow minimum wage laws
• Seasonal help
– Hourly
– Summer interns
• May be 50%-67% of total budget
356. Record Keeping
• Incorporate as LLC or Corporation
• Open a business checking account
• Pay with checks or card
• Don t use for personal expenses
• Keep the business at arm s length
357. Record Keeping
• Follow your plan
• Keep business records
– Receipts: inputs and expenses
– Customers: invoices, checks
• Keep a journal
• Update your planning sheets
358. Record Keeping
• Excel is fine
• Quickbooks is the best!
– Categorize expenses/incomes
– Input receipts/deposits weekly
– Reconcile with banking monthly
– Evaluate as needed
359. Record Keeping
• Planting:
– Number of beds, Location
• Harvest:
– Field, Variety, Quantity
• Sales:
– CSA News, Invoices, Market
360. Planting Record Sheet #_______
Variety/Plant Date Beds Planted Field/section Notes
Romaine Lettuce 1/11/10 5 1B 11 Flats planted
361. Harvest Record Date: ________--________--_________
Product Order Customer √ Field #
362.
363. Evaluating Success
• Collect feedback all year
• Market sales/take home
– Know what sells
– What do others not grow
• CSA Surveys
– mid-year and end of year
364. Gaia Gardens CSA - Survey
Please let me know how I did over the course of the season. For each item, circle
the most appropriate answer. Thanks for your opinions!
The pro d u c e E x c e l l e n t Fair Poor
Quality of produce 5 4 3 2 1
Amount of produce 5 4 3 2 1
Variety of produce 5 4 3 2 1
Value of produce received 5 4 3 2 1
The newsletter Excellent Fair Poor
Interest of articles 5 4 3 2 1
Helpfulness of recipes 5 4 3 2 1
Email format 5 4 3 2 1
Communication of events and ideas 5 4 3 2 1
The pickup E x c e l l e n t Fair Poor
Was the area clean/organized 5 4 3 2 1
How was the weekly trip for you 5 4 3 2 1
How did the CSA meet your expectations 5 4 3 2 1
How can pickup be improved? ________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
What varieties or vegetables would you like to see grown? __________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Comments/Suggestions:____________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
365. Seed/Variety/Brand # pickups in 2005 Less of Crop Keep it the Same More of Crop
Beets 5
Broccoli 4
Cabbage 6
Carrots 3
Georgia Collards 5
Endive 1
Herbs 2
Cilantro 3
Mizuna Mustard 2
Other Greens 4
Braizing Mix 8
Lettuce Mix 1
Arugula 8
Siberian Kale 5
Lettuce Heads 14
Sugar Snap Peas Pick your own
Potatoes 6
Sorrel 5
Swiss Chard 3
Radish 8
Genovese Basil 8
Yellow or Purple Bean 6
Cucumber 2
Eggplant 5
Figs 1
Flowers 2
Muscadines 3
Okra 7
Garlic 12
Onions 5
Green Onions 2
Hot Pepper On demand
Shiitake Mushrooms 1
Sweet Pepper 16
Edamame Soybean 1
Winter Squash 1
Summer (yellow) Squash 4
Sweet Potato 6
Tomatoes 8
Turnips 3
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367. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
368. Labor Issues
Do You Need Help?
Do You Want Help?
Is Help Available?
How Can You Best Utilize Additional Labor?
369.
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373. Economics of employees
They will help you earn money
They are going to cost you $$$
______
Average of 33% of sales spent on
labor
374. Tax implications of employees
Schedule F- they are a Labor Hired expense
the $250 or $2,500 test-
withhold Social Security and Medicare
Useful Publications from IRS
Pub 51 – Ag employers tax guide
Pub 225 – Farmers Tax Guide
375. Schedule F for
the 1040
QuickBooks can
help you decide
what classes of
expenses are tax
deductible
or
Schedule F can
help develop
categories of
expenses
376. useful tax “registrations”
EIN- Employer Identification Number
State Sales Tax exemption number
Property tax- farm use status
377. Business Management
(or minding your farm as a business)
Record keeping- helpful in not only knowing
where you are and where you are going… but
also where you have been
It is as important as most other jobs on the farm,
perhaps even more so…
378. There are many types, degrees of,
recordkeeping
Daily work lists- including pick list
Field maps
Planting calendars, schedules
Irrigation logs
Soil amendments records
Market sales records
Sales receipt books
>>>actual accounting ledgers-
Quicken, QuickBooks, spreadsheets
379. CARRBORO FARMERS' MARKET - 2009
Wed / Sat
Date Weather
Bunch size Quantity S/O Am't
Crop bushel/ # Taken Time Sold Price $$$
Total
380. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
381. Morning Agenda
• Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling
• Marketing
• Business Management
• Labor, Record Keeping, and Taxes
• Questions/Discussion
• Evaluation
382. Organic Vegetable Production and
Marketing
Cathy Jones Daniel Parson
Perry-winkle Farm Parson Produce
Chapel Hill, NC Clinton, SC