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Tag: carbon sequestration
Webinar: A Farmer’s Guide to Carbon Contracts – Sept. 28 Sep 20, 2022
When companies approach farmers with contracts to sequester carbon in the soil, it is critical that farmers know exactly what they are agreeing to before signing, according to Stephen Carpenter, […]
Arkansas: Cost of Burning Crop Residue Not Just Lost Nitrogen Sep 19, 2022
The common practice in Arkansas of burning crop residue comes at the cost of soil nutrient levels and lost potential to build soil health with carbon. Trent Roberts, professor of […]
Arkansas: Long-Term Soil Health Study Shows Benefits of Carbon Sequestration Sep 19, 2022
Just because microbes work faster in the heat and humidity of the South does not necessarily mean farmers in Arkansas cannot take advantage of them to help sequester carbon from […]
Agricultural Carbon Markets: A Case Study of Alberta Apr 29, 2022
As carbon markets develop in the United States, review of established carbon markets in other countries can help address challenges. We provide a case study of the carbon offset market […]
Carbon Markets – What Do You Need to Know? – Podcast Mar 4, 2022
In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we discuss carbon markets. What is soil carbon sequestration and how does it work? What are carbon markets and how do they […]
Farm Journal Announces The Carbon Council Feb 4, 2022
Farm Journal announces the formation of The Carbon Council, comprised of eight farmers and ranchers who actively participate in and advocate for carbon-related programs. Recognizing the need for thought leadership […]
Bioenergy Sorghum’s Roots Can Replenish Carbon in Soil Dec 21, 2021
The world faces an increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and a shortage of carbon in the soil. However, bioenergy sorghum can provide meaningful relief from both problems, […]
Bayer Extends Carbon Program to CHS – DTN Nov 4, 2021
Bayer Crop Science’s carbon program that has more than 1,000 farmers already enrolled will receive a big boost from an agreement with CHS Inc. announced this week. The agreement will […]
Mississippi: Emerging Carbon Offset Market May Benefit State Oct 18, 2021
Mississippians are exploring the relatively new and growing carbon offset market, although many issues related to this market remain under discussion. Larry Oldham, soil specialist with the Mississippi State University […]
Kansas: Researchers Study Benefits, Risks of Carbon Credits Sep 20, 2021
Kansas State University researchers have completed a study that looks at the potential value of carbon credits – and whether it’s an opportunity for farmers in Kansas to earn some […]
