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Whether you're growing food on a balcony, leading a community garden, or curious about cutting-edge farming techniques, this blog is packed with insights, resources, and inspiration. Discover the latest research on hydroponics, water-smart farming, soil health, and more. Get practical how-to guides, explore real-world case studies, and connect with local events, experts, and funding opportunities.

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Enhance Water and Nutrient Use Efficiency for Controlled Environment Agriculture

May 7th, 2025
By Amrita Mukherjee, Esther N Lofton, Grant E Johnson
 UC Davis and UCANR are conducting a research study to enhance water and nutrient use efficiency in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) facilities, focusing greenhouses and indoor vertical farms. This initiative, supported by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), will…
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Managing soil toxicity in urban farming system

August 30th, 2024
By Amrita Mukherjee, Esther N Lofton, Grant E Johnson
What is Soil Toxicity? Soil toxicity occurs when harmful substances like heavy metals, pesticides, and other pollutants are present in the soil at levels that can harm living organisms.
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