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    Soil fertility
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    Classification and identification of common weeds
    The weeds can be annual or perennial with annual weeds completing their life cycle up to production of seeds within one growth year while perennial weeds take more than 1 year for them to complete  a growing cycle. Weed control Weed control can take a variety of forms ranging from cultural, mechanical to chemical control […]
    Duration: 05:41:00
    Best green manure plants for organic farming
    Green manure crops are grown specifically to improve soil fertility and soil structure. Green manures improve soil nutrient content, suppress weeds and reduce erosion. Green manures are usually ploughed under or incorporated in to the soil. Green manure crops Clover. This is one of the most popular green manure crops due to its ability to […]
    Duration: 07:11:00
    How To Make Hot Compost
    Compost management First, nitrogen is got from fresh cut grasses, vegetable waste, carbon is from dry straws, stalks and additives are gotten from weeds. Aerate soil under neath compost pit using folk hoe and put a layer of carbon first, followed by nitrogen source, egg cartons full of carbon and add biomass as well a […]
    Duration: 11:10:00
    4 Ways To Reuse Old Potting Soil
    Soil management To reuse any soil, a farmer should sterilise it to kill pathogens and for raised beds, he should sterilise soil by exposing to full sun and weather and for fast sterilisation, bake soil on tarpauline for a few days or sealed in a bag for several weeks in full sun light. Potting soil […]
    Duration: 04:00:00
    How to make organic NPK fertilizer at home
    To make NPK fertilizer, you need nitrogen rich materials like kitchen scraps, vegetable peels, coffee grounds and grass clippings. These decompose and release nitrogen into the soil. Phosphorous can be found in organic sources such as bone meal, fish meal, and egg shells while potassium can be from banana peels and wood ash from your […]
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    The easy way to make compost
    To make compost, collect the raw materials which include leaves, crop remains, weeds, and other green materials. Compost can be made either in a compost pit or in a compost bin made up of wire mesh. In case of a compost bin with wire mesh,  line the wire mesh with card boards to help keep the […]
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    Bed Preparation for Planting Vegetables | Small Space Gardening
    The foundation of a successful garden lies in good soil. While some crops can thrive in clay or sandy soil, most plants flourish in rich, crumbly loam soil enriched with earthworms and microbes. Gradually building productive soil involves amending it with compost and other soil builders like shredded leaves. Tilling is an effective method for […]
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    Soil Science: The Nitrogen Cycle, Nitrogen Fixers, and Fertilizer Dynamics Explained
    These plants elevate nitrogen levels in the soil, essential for other plants’ protein production and chlorophyll synthesis, crucial for their growth and photosynthesis. Utilizing nitrogen fixers in gardening involves interplanting them with nitrogen-demanding plants, ensuring a balanced soil ecosystem. Nitrogen-Fixing Plants While these nitrogen-fixing plants themselves don’t fix nitrogen, they create an environment conducive to […]
    Duration: 03:32:00
    How is SOIL formed?
    It forms the fundamental bedrock of terrestrial life, providing sustenance for plants and a habitat for various organisms. Formation: Weathering, Sedimentation, and Organic Enrichment Over eons, rocks endure the elements—wind, rain, and temperature shifts—gradually breaking down into minute particles through weathering. These fragmented particles, transported by water and wind, settle in diverse locations, forming sedimentary […]
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    Gliricidia sepium green manure
    Gliricidia sepium can be used as a valuable source of organic matter and nutrients to enhance soil fertility and increase crop productivity. Use of Gliricidia as a soil amendment substance has gained popularity as an environmentally friendly way of improving soil fertility. Advantages of Gliricidia Gliricidia offers numerous benefits to soil health, crop growth and […]
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