They said their findings contradict arguments that organic farming which excludes the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides is not as efficient as conventional techniques. WASHINGTON Organic farming can yield up to three times as much food as conventional farming in developing countries, and holds its own against standard methods in rich countries, US researchers said on Tuesday. She and colleagues analyzed published studies on yields from organic farming. Study shows organic farming...

New testing equipment in Taiwan resulted in thousands of tons of US wheat being rejected because it had trace amounts of Malathion, a banned chemical pesticide there.

If the disease is extensive enough, the lawn could be damaged, which brings up the use of fungicides on the lawn. Typically lawns can handle the fungus, so you don t have to do anything, although that ungreen look can persist for several weeks. Linch advises concerned lawn lovers to consider a fungicide if 30 percent to 40 percent of their lawn is turning brown. The fungus is one of several life forms that mostly lays low in the soil and thatch but gets busy on your blades when conditions...

Yarkoskysaid you should water your lawn deeply just once or twice a week rather than a little bit every day. He also saidyou can use a low nitrogen fertilizer with extra iron and that will make your lawn greener and look better. High temperatures and the hot weather can be tough on your lawn this time of year. He said if too much water sits on your lawn for long periods of time it can suffocate the grass. Yarkosky said once you start watering you don't want to stop because a little bit...

Experts say, watering in the evening can actually create a breeding ground for insects and disease--which leads to tip number four: water during the morning. Video EUGENE - In these dog days of summer the hot sun can quickly damage your lawn. Keeping your summer lawn green. Opt for a fertilizer with a lower nitrogen content and follow the directions carefully. Armed with these simple tips, get ready to enjoy some good barefoot time in your lush green lawn. Tip number one: don't misapply...

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, July 16, 2007 (ENS) - Organic farming can yield up to three times as much food on individual farms in developing countries as low-intensive methods on the same land, according to new research that refutes the long-standing claim that organic farming methods cannot produce enough food to feed the global population. ANN ARBOR, Michigan, July 16, 2007 (ENS) - Organic farming can yield up to three times as much food on individual farms in developing countries as...

Make sure your pets do not go on lawns or in gardens treated with fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides until the time listed on the label by the manufacturer. It's the time of year where we think of being outside enjoying the sunshine, great temperatures, playing in the park, planting flowers and thinking of ways to make our lawns look beautiful. The most dangerous forms of pesticides include: snail bait containing metaldehyde, fly bait containing methomyl, systemic insecticides...

Officials to propose ban on phosphorus fertilizers in B. Battle Creek environmental officials said the legislation still would allow people to use commercially produced fertilizers, but the city would work with retailers, commercial lawn care providers and consumers to increase the availability of alternative fertilizers. Battle Creek environmental officials said the legislation still would allow people to use commercially produced fertilizers, but the city would work with retailers,...

Law enforcement suspects the insecticides and fungicides were stolen for resale on the black market in the agricultural industry. Both buyers and sellers of commercial agricultural pesticides and herbicides are licensed or certified. We use that much in a week s time, he said, explaining the chemicals are used on pepper, cantaloupe, watermelon, squash and cucumber. The chemicals had just been delivered and were stolen after being left alone at the facility for only four hours. About 45...