western.sare.org resources oilseed-opportunities Oilseed Opportunities Farmers and ranchers in the West are growing some new crops and improving their diversity. Many of these changes are being brought about by rising energy and crop prices and...
western.sare.org resources cover-crops-in-dryland-cropping-systems Cover Crops in Dryland Cropping Systems Farmer Steve Barry addresses his work in using cover crops to enhance the sustainability of dryland farming on the Colorado Plateau....
western.sare.org resources nitrogen-management-in-field-crops-with-reference-strips-and-crop-sensors Nitrogen Management in Field Crops with Reference Strips and Crop Sensors The purpose of this publication is to improve growers’ knowledge and understanding of how crop canopy sensors and in-field reference strips can be utilized for effective nitrogen (N) management. The...
western.sare.org resources integrating-traditional-foods-with-aquaponics-in-the-desert-southwest Integrating Traditional Foods with Aquaponics in the Desert Southwest Aaron Cardona set out to grow tilapia and traditional Mexican greens in a greenhouse using an integrated aquaponics system powered by solar energy in the Chihuahuan Desert of Southeastern Arizona....
western.sare.org resources managing-for-wild-bees Managing for Wild Bees Pollination is a critical component of the crop production cycle, directly contributing to reproductive success for pollinator-dependent crops. Graduate student Hillary Sardinas evaluated the ability of hedgerow restorations to augment...
western.sare.org resources organic-fertilizer-and-cover-crop-calculator Organic Fertilizer and Cover Crop Calculator This free, online tool compares the nutrient value and cost of cover crops, organic and synthetic fertilizers and compost. Use this Excel Calculator to develop well balanced and cost effective...
western.sare.org resources living-on-the-land Living on the Land Living on the Land is one of the most comprehensive and adaptable curricula in the country for training natural resource professionals to, in turn, teach small-acreage landowners how to care...