Trusted Advisor Partnership Expands to Canadian Prairies for Advanced Soil Health Training
The Trusted Advisor Partnership is launching in Manitoba and Saskatchewan in 2025 to provide soil health training to Certified Crop Advisors.
Soil
The ‘Soil’ section on iGrow News focuses on the essentials of soil science and its importance in sustainable farming. This category offers insights into the composition and health of our grounds and how these factors are crucial for thriving agriculture.
Understanding the science behind it is critical. This includes learning about its structure, what it’s made of, and the processes it undergoes. Knowing this helps grasp how it affects plant growth and crop yields.
Soil health is another major topic. Healthy soil is full of nutrients and has a balanced ecosystem, including microbes. The category examines how farming practices can either improve or harm its health.
Managing soil properly is vital. Techniques like rotating crops, covering crops, and minimal tillage help maintain its health. These methods prevent certain issues like erosion and nutrient loss, ensuring it stays fertile for future farming.
Sustainable farming heavily relies on healthy soil. Its good management boosts crop resilience against climate change and pests and helps reduce greenhouse gases.
In summary, the category is a guide for anyone interested in farming sustainably. It emphasizes the importance of it in agriculture and offers practical tips for keeping it healthy.
