Intensive farming, also known as industrial agriculture, is a method of producing food and …
Lynette Abbott
Lynette Abbott
Lynette Abbott is a pioneering researcher on microgreens and on soil fungi in agriculture and disturbed natural environments, and is acknowledged as a world leader in this field. Her research has addressed the role of microgreens in producing fresh food, fungal interactions with plants and implications for fertilizer management and soil amendments. She has shared her extensive knowledge with students, and by establishing the innovative ‘Know your Soil Biology’ workshops for farmers, she is providing hands-on activities demonstrating the benefits of soil biota for soil health.
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Brassica is a genus of plants in the mustard family (Brassicaceae). It includes a …
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Rapeseed, also known as Canola, is a type of oilseed plant that is used …
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A sugar beet is a type of root vegetable that is used to produce …
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Survey, answered by 176 growers, included questions about farm demographics, growing techniques, microgreen varieties, …
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Some siblings might find it difficult to go into business with each other, but Paul …
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After moving to Berks County three years ago and setting up her little farmette …
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Flaxseed is a small, brown seed that comes from the flax plant. It is …
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Microgreens are an entirely plant-based superfood that boasts of high levels of vitamins, minerals, …
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Dry fruits are a type of food that has been dried to remove moisture, …