Termination

Cover crops provide a multitude of agronomic and environmental benefits for growers, but In the end they're usually terminated ("killed") to provide nutrients back to the soil, increase carbon and soil organic matter and make room for cash crops — or become a highly nutritious food source for livestock. In this topic growers will find tips and strategies for ensuring the most efficient and effective termination of cover crops, whether it's by herbicide, winterkill, roller-crimper, mowing or other methods.

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Farmers Set New Record for Average Acreage Planted Green, Battled Dry Fall Conditions

Other seeding & termination trends show drones as a seeding tool continued to grow & the type of herbicide used for termination varied by region

Other seeding & termination trends show drones as a seeding tool continued to grow & the type of herbicide used for termination varied by region.


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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

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.


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Cover Crop Strategies Volume 6

$15.95

It’s no secret that farming requires a willingness to adapt and keep an open mind toward change — especially in the world of no-till and cover crops. Many no-tillers have to convince their parents or grandparents to shift away from doing things “the old way,” in order to find success.

If you’re struggling to keep up with the fast-paced changes and trends in agriculture, this next volume of Cover Crop Strategies — Measuring Cover Crop Data & Trends — is a great resource for farmers and ag advisors alike to help improve your farm operation, your soil health and your bottom line.

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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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