COVER CROPPING ...
SOIL HEALTH ...
U.S. cover crop acreage surged 50% in 5 years
Cover crops were planted on 15.4 million acres in 2017, up 50% over 5 years
MARK YOUR CALENDARS ...
Fava Bean Field Day planned
Chico State partners with Lundberg Family Farms and CDFA for field day
COVER CROP BENEFITS ...
Using legumes to reduce nitrogen fertilizer costs
Nitrogen fixing legumes can save $37 per acre on fertilizer costs
UPCOMING WEBINARS ...
Free webinars cover vegetable cover crops, research
Webinars on November 8th and 29th will highlight vegetable research results
COVER CROPS ...
Expanding the cover crop toolbox for farmers
Researchers explore new cover crop varieties adapted to Florida growing conditions
WATER CONSERVATION ...
Water conservation solutions in cover crops
In drought-stricken Texas, cover crops offer a useful option to livestock producers
UPCOMING WORKSHOP ...
Grazing workshop to feature cover crops
Systems Approach to Pasture Management Workshop planned for July 24th
SOIL HEALTH TRAINING ...
Become a practical soil health specialist
American Farmland Trust seeking soil health specialists to help NY farmers
SOIL RESEARCH ...