Agriculture

Computer program that estimates rates of soil erosion caused by rainfall and associated overland flow. Free download available together with documentation and manuals.

Promotes research and practical application of findings in soil science and information and technology exchange. Newsletters, student information, contacts and links.

Abstract from a university lecture describing the physical and chemical effects of liming on different soil types.

A large collection of information ranging from soil test interpretation to prevention of nutrient deficiencies.

Principles and Techniques is a presentation on Soil Survey photography. [PowerPoint Presentation]

Lists soil surveys, survey programs, soil survey technology, standards, data and references.

A set of images to illustrate the soils of the arid part of Israel. Includes a description list of the soil groups in English and Hebrew. Also available is a conversion table from Dan's to both the USDA and FAO classification systems.

Open access archive for papers related to research in organic agriculture.

Monthly magazine covering commercial-scale organic and sustainable agriculture.

The Rodale Institute offers a free online course for conventional farmers who want to transition to organic and provides information for consumers to help promote organic farming.

Information about the European transnational research cooperation project supported by the European Commission. This project runs for three years, 2010-2013 and is coordinated by ICROFS.

A network of leading practitioners in the European poultry sector seeking to exchange experience and knowledge. Provides details of objectives, membership, news, activities and events.

Creating user friendly software for breeders and farmers to help them manage their poultry and game birds.

Australian beekeeping information and supplies.

Information resource about honey bees and their value to mankind, written to inspire and encourage people to keep bees themselves.

Describes the different types of bees, their nests, life cycles, causes of decline, honey, and how we can help them.

Organic Beekeepers from the hills of West Auckland in New Zealand.

Natural beekeeping without treatments for pests or diseases and only minimal interventions. By Michael Bush, author of the three volume book set: "The Practical Beekeeper."

Some people are interested in taming older sheep, some people are interested in the halter training. There are some points common to both activities. Brief summary of the process used at Fibre Works Farm.

Factsheet on this crop, its history, uses, varieties and cultivation.

Factsheet on this crop, its history, uses, varieties and cultivation.

A brief history of abaca, uses of abaca, and abaca grading.

Information resource for cotton growers in California. Provides research results, publications, variety trials, planting forecasts, field checks and links to related sites.

Covers botany, agronomy, soil characteristics, and other topics. Oregon State University Station Bulletin 681, May 1998.

Sugarbeet information, research, pest management, and cultivation.

Photograph of lesions caused by Sclerotium rolfsii at the base of the stem of a tobacco plant and a description of the symptoms.

The BBC reports that the public are being asked to help in the fight against ash dieback by playing a Facebook game that analyses genetic data on the disease.

Detailed notes on how to set up a production system for mushroom production. An ATTRA information package.

Information on reducing the potential for on-farm contamination of almonds especially when the nuts drop to the ground during harvest.

Collection of articles by Australian governmental agency on cultivating citrus, pests and diseases, soil management, and managing fruit quality.

Information on all aspects of cultivating this crop, with special reference to New Zealand.

Information from the Oregon Hazelnut Marketing Board on their research including their hazelnut breeding program, the micro-propagation of hazelnuts, pest management strategies and foliar fertilizers.

Comprehensive guide for the home gardener who wants to grow strawberries.

Provides information aimed at commercial strawberry growers.

Membership organisation that represents groundsmen, greenkeepers and all others involved in landscaping, horticulture, sports turf, and amenity turf management. United Kingdom.

Forum with a kick of Jim Kendrick, the Publisher of TURF Magazine.

Factsheet on this crop, its history, uses, varieties and cultivation.

Information on nematodes which attack these crops, their biology and life history, symptoms, damage, field diagnosis and sampling, general management considerations, cultural practices and control.

Photographs and information on the causal agent, symptoms, disease cycle, epidemiology and control of this condition.

Fact Sheets on a variety of crop diseases including vegetables.

Offers technology solutions to clients who wanted to improve their ability to manage their crops through precision agriculture. Includes a company profile and details of products and services.

Erosion Control is a professional magazine supporting the erosion control industry, published by Forester Communications, Inc.

Links to the foundation members, status in English and German, publications and newsletter .

Home page of HOFA, the premier organic certifier in Hawaii

Research and news for consumers, farmers, and the media about primarily US-based organic and sustainable agriculture.

A list with various publications of the German institution.

Jane Wright gives good advice on raising chickens and anecdotes from her chicken peeps.

Feeders, drinkers, incubators, and chicken care information.

To represent and promote the welfare of the entire Manitoba honey bee industry

Information on this organization, its meetings, officers, board, local clubs, classes, the magazine Beeline, links and resources.