On this episode of the podcast, first-generation farmer James Hepp, of Rockwell City, Iowa talks about overseeding rye on standing corn with a high-boy. He also discusses his journey from crop insurance salesman to full time farmer, potential equipment upgrades on the horizon and lessons learned from his first three years of cover cropping.
For glyphosate and paraquat, most cover crops can be planted after application. However, depending on the rate of 2,4-D applied, a waiting period of at least 1-4 weeks is necessary before establishing cover crops.
“There is increased interest in planting winter wheat this year and for good reason,” says Clair Keene, North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension agronomist.
A recent study by North Dakota State University researchers helps farmers determine strategy for growing winter rye as preceding cover crop for dry bean.
Northwest Ohio no-tiller Les Seiler found a way to improve water quality and reduce erosion by constructing a two-stage ditch on one of his farms in 2014. The ditch also doubles as a pollinator habitat.
Daryl Obermeyer had already implemented cover cropping practices in his operation before the NRCS and On-Farm Research study started. He used this study to validate what he was doing and get concrete data and results of what was really happening.
A three-year study conducted by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station shows that cover crops can improve yields in soybean fields. The study also answers a lingering question about wheat-double-crop systems. Read more in this article from University of Arkansas Extension.
In this video, hear from three coastal plain cotton producers as they share their stories and experiences to improve the health and productivity of their farms. Adding cover crops to a cropping system can increase organic matter, control problem weeds, and help reduce moisture evaporation. But how do you get started?
For this episode of Cover Crop Strategies, brought to you by Verdesian Life Sciences, we’re joined by Joe Hamilton, a mechanical engineer for 12 years before returning to the farm in 2015. He farms about 2,500 acres, growing corn and soybeans with his family in East Central Indiana.
Preparation is important to succeeding with cover crop management and there are several areas of decision making that can have a significant impact, says Pennsylvania cover crop expert Steve Groff.
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.
The National No-Tillage Conference is always full of great presentations about no-till, cover crops and all things conservation ag and the upcoming 2027 National No-Tillage Conference will be the 35th year of the event.
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