New reasons to perfect organic no-till: USDA study finds conventional no-till is no panacea when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions

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Author(s):
P. Hepperly

Type of Document:
Newspaper Article

 

Publisher/Journal:
The Rodale Institute

Date of Publication:
2005

Place of Publication:
Kutztown, PA

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This article addresses the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, and a method in which to reduce one of these gases. The use of ammoniated fertilizers on crops such as corn contributes to the greenhouse gas emissions. These fertilizers are also used on reduced tillage crops, there by negating the positive effects of no-till. The Rodale Institute’s Farming System Trial

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Dr. Paul's Research Perspectives. The New Farm, 8 December 2005

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