National Cover Crop Summit Updates

Integrating Livestock with a Cover Crop System

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 15:38:00 -0400

Adding livestock to a cover crop system is considered the last step in bringing cover crops full circle in an operation. One Kansas grower and livestock producer shares insights from 35-plus years of no-till, 23 years of cover cropping and using livestock to increase his soil’s health and productivity while significantly reducing input costs.

Cover Crops Work for Dairies, Too

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:40:00 -0400

Dairy operations typically have one primary goal: make as much milk as possible, since that is the product they are paid for. Miltrim Farms, a dairy based in Athens, Wis., seeks to not just produce large quantities of milk, but also to be good environmental stewards of the land and water.

Spice Up Corn & Soybeans with Cover Crops

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:32:00 -0400

Corn and soybeans are the two most common crops grown in the U.S. But many growers who raise those crops might not know how to break the corn and soy cycle to include cover crops.

Fall Cover Crop Summit Will Energize Your Cover Crop Plans

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 14:02:00 -0400

Due to popular demand, the editors of Cover Crop Strategies are pleased to present a fall edition of the National Cover Crop Summit. This free, 2-day virtual event on Nov. 17-18 will feature 6 sessions sharing ideas, tips and information from crop industry experts and growers who have experience using cover crops to maximize economic and soil-health building benefits.

Improving Soil Health Through Diverse Crop Rotations Including Covers

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 05:46:00 -0400

Diversifying crop rotations can offer significant positive results, improving soil health and boosting biological activity and nutrient cycling. Cronin Farms, a no-till operation based near Gettysburg, S.D., has crop rotations down to a science, including forages and cover crops.

Aerial Seeding Can Be an Effective Cover Crop Seeding Method

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 05:51:00 -0400

Harvest season is a busy time. There is so much for a grower to organize, manage and stay on top of that adding one more thing during the season — like seeding cover crops — may seem way too daunting.

It’s Not Too Late for Frost Seeding

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:43:00 -0400

Although many growers may consider the “ideal” time to plant cover crops to be immediately after harvest, having snow on the ground is not a reason to give up on utilizing the benefits cover crops can offer. This is where frost seeding comes into play as a cover crop seeding method.

Turning ‘Educational Experiences’ into Successes with Cover Crops in Long-Term No-Till

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:00:00 -0400

Farmer from Marion, Ill., Adam Dahmer, to discuss his approach to cover crop management, it's evolution on his farm and tips for newcomers at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Plan Ahead: Will My Herbicide Program Prevent Successful Cover Crop Establishment?

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 06:30:00 -0400

Weed scientist from Penn State University to discuss herbicide practices at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

A 360-Degree Perspective on How Cover Crops Affect Farm Profitability

Sat, 09 Mar 2019 12:12:00 -0500

The regional director of extension programs for the USDA’s Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program to share results of the economical benefits of cover crop seeding at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Continuing Education Credits Offered for National Cover Crop Summit

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 11:00:00 -0500

A total of 9 credits have been authorized for speakers headlining this inaugural virtual event, slated for March 20-21, 2019.

Cover Crop Corner: Assessing Pastures and Hay Ground for Winterkill

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 11:05:00 -0500

As you look forward to the days of no longer battling sub degree temperatures and piles of snow to get livestock fed and water pipes thawed, there’s one thing to make a priority as it begins to warm up: Assessing pastures and hay ground for winterkill and injury.

5 Mindsets that Successful Cover Croppers Have in Common

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 10:53:00 -0500

Pennsylvania no-tiller and internationally renowned cover crop coach, Steve Groff , to share the importance of looking to the future and trying new strategies at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Rolling Cover Crops Successfully in No-Till Systems

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 15:33:00 -0500

University of Wisconsin Extension specialist in organic agriculture, Erin Silva, to share successful organic no-till production techniques during the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Improving Farm and Feedlot Soil Health with Cover Crops

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:20:00 -0500

Rancher at Tiffany Cattle Co. to discuss how he and his brother have evolved their custom cattle-finishing facility from strictly grazing native Flint Hills pastures to grazing and forage and, finally, adding cover crops for soil improvement at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Succeeding with Aerially Seeded Cover Crops — Even in Spring!

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 11:54:00 -0500

Cover crop applicator and co-owner of Dairyland Aviation to discuss the necessary steps to ensure a successful cover crop stand with aerially seeded cover crops at the 2019 National Cover Crop Summit.

Lessiter Media Unveils New Website, Event Focused on Cover Crop Management

Sat, 09 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0500

Lessiter Media, publishers of No-Till Farmer and Strip-Till Farmer, has announced the launch of new website and event dedicated to providing farmers with practical tips and information on managing cover crops to improve their soil resource, protect the environment and enhance on-farm profitability.

First-Ever National Cover Crop Summit Announced

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 14:27:00 -0500

Cover Crop Strategies editors have announced the launch of the first-ever National Cover Crop Summit — a free virtual event which will be held March 20-21, 2019.