Empowering Sustainable Agriculture is a summit organized by CEMA, the trade association representing the European Agricultural Machinery Industry.

Earth Alive Clean Technologies is pleased to announce new research results showing that its patented microbial biofertilizer increases the productivity of medical marijuana plants.

Use of organic fertilizer is considered natures friendly or eco-friendly. Val agro presents range of organic fertilizers under the brand name if Maxi Crop which are useful for growing tomatoes, other fruits and vegetables.

A University of New Hampshire scientist has developed a new cherry tomato designed to be grown in hanging baskets in greenhouses. Rambling Rose provides a new attractive pink fruit color not yet available in cherry tomatoes suitable for hanging basket production.

Sustainable agriculture provides high yields without undermining the natural systems and resources that productivity depends on. One important result is that farmers are able to minimize their use of pesticides and fertilizers, thereby saving money and protecting future productivity, as well as the environment.

New disease resistant hybrids, biological pest control, reduced pesticide use, cultural practices that reduce the incidence of pests and diseases, and better placement and reduced amounts of fertilizers are all being employed. Insect specific chemicals and biological insect controls are now being utilized, instead of broad-spectrum pesticides, that actually reduces the number of sprays needed along with costs.

The adoption of technologies for sustainable farming systems is a challenging and dynamic issue for farmers, extension services, agri-business and policy-makers.