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Throughout the world, soil resources store a significant carbon load. Relative to the atmosphere, the soil contains more than three times as much carbon, according to a 2012 publication from the United Nations. Soil carbon may originate from organic or inorganic sources. Bedrock or carbon dioxide formatted as a mineral act as inorganic carbon sources. Developed from decaying organic materials …

For field crop and forage producers, reading and interpreting Brix levels may be relatively novel concepts. The specialty crop industry, however, has used Brix readings to assess crop health and quality for some time. Brix levels represent the soluble solids content present in a liquid solution, according to a video from The Ohio State University. Soluble solids include amino acids, …

Biological products are beginning to gain traction in production agriculture. Since 2008/2009, we at Big- Yield.us have studied and offered biologicals that can manage production factors that influence yield potential. Our BigBioYield product combines eight beneficial bacteria into a single product. Derived from naturally occurring microorganisms, these specially selected bacteria support or produce enzymes and phytohormones that facilitate soil and …

We recently rebranded our cold-processed sweetener and now use the BigSweetYield name. With it, you’ll get the same yield-enhancing formula that we had offered in our BigSoy100, BigCorn300 and BigWheat150 products. Already this year, we’ve seen strong interest in BigSweetYield! As a cold-processed sweetener, BigSweetYield is glucose-based, so it supplies carbohydrates in a form that’s quickly available to plants. BigSweetYield …

Although organic matter usually represents just 3 percent to 6 percent of healthy soil, it can greatly affect field and crop productivity. Soil organic matter originates from decomposing plants and animals, and according to a Cornell University guide, it physically, biologically and chemically benefits the soil. From a physical perspective, organic matter enables soils to hold water, makes clay soils …

Yesterday marked the annual Earth Day activities. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day symbolizes a time for discussing and honoring our environment. Throughout the week, you likely heard about sustainability and environmental issues, especially because at least 1 billion people were estimated to observe Earth Day. With this participation, Earth Day represents the world’s largest civic celebration. It’s been said …