Cover Crop Strategies editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of our great agricultural industry. Here is our favorite content from the past week:

Investing in Soil Health Through Cover Crops

In this video, Dr. Chuck Rice, a distinguished professor of soil microbiology at Kansas State University, and Patrick Reed, Vice President of Sales at La Crosse Seed, share their insights on how investing in cover crops can lead to better soil health.

Checking in on Corn in Cover Crops — Mid Season Observations

In this video, check in on some mid season corn crops after planting directly into cover crops. The farmers at Grumke Farms in west central Missouri talk about what they’re seeing so far — from emergence and residue breakdown to soil moisture and weed suppression. It’s still early in the season, but they’re already noticing some interesting results. Join them for a walk through the field as they share their observations and what they’re learning from this regenerative approach.

Cover Crops: The Ultimate Nutrient Boosters for Your Soil

In this clip, Rick Clark, a farmer from west central Indiana, shares the power of cover crops and how he knows for sure they're working! Bottom Line? By using cover crops and a data-driven approach, farmers can significantly reduce or eliminate synthetic fertilizer inputs, improve soil health, and maintain nutrient levels — though it may take patience.

Green Cover Seed Podcast Focuses on Harnessing the Power of Cover Crops

This podcast features Tyler Tobald, a passionate no-till farmer and cover cropper from Glasco, Kan. Tyler shares his intriguing journey from being a bassoon player to an accomplished regenerative farmer. Learn about his innovative practices, the importance of diversity in cover crop blends, and the economic and environmental benefits of integrating cover crops into agricultural systems.

Making Cover Crops Work in Cold Climates

Can you really make cover crops work after an October harvest in the cold Midwest? Kelly Garrett & TJ Kartes say YES — and they explain how in this YouTube Short.

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