Contents, Agricultural Research Magazine Agricultural Research Magazine January 1997 - Vol. Forum - An Experiment Continues Each new growing season begins new field tests for agricultural technology. Sustaining Agriculture in Drought Years Keeping crop residue on the soil surface and reducing plowing are keys to survival.
Some gene transfers work like a simple vaccination.
The bighead carp may be a new cash crop for Arkansas farmers. From Bread to Blocks Wheat starch may yield an inexpensive, lightweight aggregate for concrete in tommorrow's homes. Earthworm Casts Reflect Soil Conditions Earthworm waste provides an easy way to check soil's organic matter, microbe count, and carbon content. Its modified starch can be used as a fat replacer in many nonfrozen diary products like yogurt, cream cheese, and whipped cream.