The federal government wants a 30 per cent reduction in emissions from fertilizer, but says it is voluntary
Eight projects to push soil health practices will get funding for the next five years
Report touts use of 4R practices
Agriculture is the major emitter of nitrous oxide, researchers say
The 4Rs of nutrient stewardship can decrease emissions of the greenhouse gas nitrous oxide (N2O) anywhere from 20 to 40 per cent, according to research out of the University of Manitoba. “The vast majority of the nitrous oxide that is emitted is from agriculture,” said Mario Tenuta, professor of soil ecology at the University of
The 4R Nutrient Stewardship initiative has expanded training modules, accreditation and data logging online
Learn more about using the right source of fertilizer and applying it at the right time, at the right rate and in the right place
