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Cover Crops After Corn Need More Time

September 27, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices
Source: University of Nebraska Extension
Cover crops have to produce a certain amount of growth, or biomass, in order to effectively reduce erosion and soil nutrient loss, suppress weeds, and supply forage. Several studies have indicated a threshold or minimum biomass (dry matter) of 1,000 lb/ac, which is similar to 6 to 8 inches of above-ground growth, although more biomass will likely lead to better outcomes. Read more in this article from University of Nebraska Extension.
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Have a Plan for Fall Cover Crops

September 25, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices
Source: Kenosha News
As harvest quickly approaches, farmers are looking to get cover crops applied. Aerial applications of cover crop seed began in late August and early September, but for any other methods of application, things might be pushed back. Iowa State Extension Cropping Systems Specialist Mark Licht said the volatile 2019 growing season made things more complicated. Find out more in this article from the Kenosha News.
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Using Manure to Fertilize Cover Crops

September 24, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices, Soil Health
Timing, cover crop seeding rates and application methods are the keys to maximizing manure management for cover crops, according to Pennsylvania cover crop expert Steve Groff.  Groff recommends that growers plant covers before applying manure and try to do both as early in the season as possible to get the most days with warm enough weather to help the cover crop stand get established. Applying manure to covers can be an efficient way to restore nitrogen in the soil.




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Planting Late Season Cover Crops

September 20, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices
Source: AgWeek
After small grains, we typically try to get our cover crop mixes seeded by August 15. That date has blown by us and it is now mid-September with some wheat still being harvested. Find out more in this article by Abbey Wick, North Dakota State University Extension soil health specialist.
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Tips for Using Cover Crops in Heavy Clay Soils

September 17, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices, Soil Health
Pennsylvania cover crop expert Steve Groff shares key concepts for working with heavy clay soils, discusses why diversity of species is critical for this type of soil, and how cover crops and can be used in heavy clay soils for water management. Because heavy clay soils tend to hold moisture, they can produce outstanding yields, so understanding how to manage some of the biggest challenges this soil type can offer is of the utmost importance.




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[Video] Using Cover Crops for 42 Years

September 16, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices
Henry Miller, of Centreville, Mich., helped his father part time on the family farm until 1977 when they were able to purchase a 272 acre farm. Henry installed irrigation on the farm, which is mostly coarse sandy soil, and was able to get a contract to grow seed corn for Pioneer Hi-Bred Seeds.
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Adding Cereal Rye as a Cover Crop Between Corn-Soybean Rotation

September 11, 2019 | Posted in Seeding Practices
Source: South Dakota State University Extension
Interest in cover crops has increased in recent times. The discussion has occurred even more in the 2019 growing season due to widespread row crop prevent acres in South Dakota. Following small grain harvest or on prevent acres, a wide range of cover crops species can be grown because there is ample amount of time is left in the season before hard freeze sets in. Find out more in this article from South Dakota State University Extension.
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