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2025 Cover Crop Benchmark Study Reveals Latest Trends, Changes & Challenges

Data from the annual survey found that average planting green acres grew to a new record, costs rose & more livestock owners turned to cover crop grazing

In the seventh annual Cover Crop Benchmark Study, we asked growers around the country to share how they’re using cover crops on their farms — from the species they’re choosing to their seeding methods and termination timings. Thanks to the 215 farmers who completed the 2025 survey, we learned that using drones to seed cover crops continues to grow, more acres were planted green, and emergence in dry weather was a top challenge last year. 

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Laura barrera

Laura Barrera

Laura Barrera is the former managing editor of No-Till Farmer and Conservation Tillage Guide magazines. Prior to joining No-Till Farmer, she served as an assistant editor for a greenhouse publication. Barrera holds a B.A. in magazine journalism from Ball State University.

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The National No-Tillage Conference returns January 12-15, 2027! Build and refine your no-till system with dozens of new ideas and connections at the 35th Annual National No-Tillage Conference in Indianapolis, Jan. 12-15, 2027. Experience an energizing 4-day agenda featuring inspiring general session speakers, expert-led No-Till Classrooms and collaborative No-Till Roundtables. Plus, Certified Crop Adviser credits will be offered.

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