Healthy soils are the foundation of every successful operation; they influence everything from plant resilience to water retention and long-term productivity.
Research continues to show that biologically active soils foster stronger crops and higher yields over time. Investing in soil health isn’t just good science — it’s sound business. Vaagen writes, “Scientists at the University of Kansas are uncovering how soil microbes retain “legacy effects” that shape how plants respond to changing environments. The research, published in Nature Microbiology, examined soils from six locations across Kansas, from the humid tallgrass prairies in the east to the drier shortgrass regions in the west.”
At Root Ag Advisory, we work with producers who are taking proactive steps toward sustainability, using soil biologicals, crop rotation, and regenerative practices that protect their land and legacy for years to come.
By Glenn Vaagen
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Cattle numbers in the PNW are moving differently than the national trend. 📈 USDA’s April Cattle on Feed report showed national feedlot inventory down year-over-year. But in the Northwest: • Idaho: 355,000 head, up from March and last year • Washington: 270,000 head, up from last year Why it matters: • Prices remain elevated •… PNW Cattle Trends
Meet the founders behind Root Ag Advisory: Skye and Becca Root They built Root Ag Advisory with a clear purpose: to help farmers, landowners, and investors make confident decisions about land, water, and agriculture. 🤝 Skye brings experience in farmland investment, water rights, ag finance, and farm real estate, backed by hands-on work in a… Meet the Founders: Skye & Becca Root
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