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Cover Crops Improve Water Infiltration in Soil

October 28, 2019 | Posted in Soil Health
Source: The Fence Post
Nebraska’s Andrea Basche and a colleague have found that planting perennials and cover crops may substantially improve the ability of soils to soak up heavy rainfall, potentially alleviating the most severe effects of flooding and drought. A synthesis of 89 studies across six continents has helped clarify which agricultural practices hold water when it comes to helping soils soak up precipitation — a factor critical to mitigating floods, outlasting drought and stabilizing crop yields. Read more in this story from The Fence Post.
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100% Cover Cropping Brings New Benefits to No-Till Farm

May 6, 2016 | Posted in Termination
Eric Eberhard of Eberhard Farms in Bellevue, Ohio, talks about the cover-crop program they’ve implemented on 100% of their no-till farm. He explains why they prefer to use Austrian winter peas before corn, the benefits of ‘planting green’ and terminating the cover later, and the changes they’ve seen in terms of water infiltration, yield and earthworm populations.
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More Than What Meets the Eye

By John Dobberstein posted on November 11, 2015 | Posted in Grazing, Soil Health
Cover crop adoption has been a little slower in parts of the Great Plains, possibly more over fear of the unknown than actual poor outcomes seen by growers. But researchers reviewing decades of cover-crop studies say there are plenty of benefits to covers, whether you farm in the warm southern Plains or cooler prairies of western Canada.
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No-Till and Cover Crops Show Promise for Wyoming Farm

Farming in a semi-desert, Richard and Garrett Klein hope more living roots and less tillage will reduce irrigation needs and improve compacted, light soils.
By Loretta Sorensen posted on July 8, 2015
It's only been 2 years since first-generation Wyoming farmer Richard Klein and his son, Garrett, stepped into the no-till arena. While they're not ready to confirm any major soil or crop improvements as a result, they like the way no-till and cover crops are impacting their soils.
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Soybean Yield Champ Previews Upcoming National No-Tillage Conference Presentation

Soybean Yield Champ Previews Upcoming National No-Tillage Conference Presentation

A few weeks ago I visited my home state of Maryland and had the chance to chat with Finksburg, Md., no-tiller and soybean yield champ Chris Weaver. Check out this clip as he introduces himself and his farm while giving you a sneak peak of his upcoming presentation at the 35th annual National No-Tillage Conference in Indianapolis this coming winter.

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Remlinger Manufacturing Co Inc

Family Owned since 1964 – Remlinger Manufacturing was founded by Wilbur Remlinger in 1964 and the family tradition continues today with Wilbur’s grandson being the current CEO/President. Although the business has expanded and diversified, family remains a core value to the company and is evident in the company culture.

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Byron Seeds

Byron Seeds LLC is a team of individuals who have a passion for high energy forages, cover crops, and proper farming techniques. Byron personnel seek to understand our clients’ goals so that we may provide the best environment for our clients’ success through research, education, support, and...
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Our years of experience and network of dealers make us the ideal choice for your mowing, no-till and horse drawn equipment needs. Use our Dealer Locator to contact your nearest I&J dealer today.

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