Why do farmers use cover crops? The number one reason is still erosion control or prevention followed by better soil biology ...

With cool-season vegetable crops going into the ground, many gardeners who ventured into cover cropping last autumn may ask a familiar question: What do I do now? Their crops have fulfilled their ...

The environmental disaster through which we recently lived is likely to be a harbinger of years to come. I say that because ...

Nitrate, pesticides, metals and plastic agricultural soils often contain pollutants. But are there sustainable and ...

As the group of controlled environment agriculture crops expands, so do business opportunities for growers. Here are tips for ...

Using insecticides too often may boost weed growth. A new study shows why timing, observation, and cover crops make all the ...

Do Cover Crops Pay? Evaluate Your ROI in These Two Ways Everybody seems to be talking about cover crops. Rightfully so because, managed correctly, they can provide environmental benefits. Higher ...

Spring is the perfect time to start sewing seeds, although there are a few plants which benefit from being left until ...

Cover crop termination is not a one-size-fits-all process. Ohio farmers must consider their specific goals and available ...

The Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is hosting an event to promote the use of cover crops, featuring insights from experienced farmers. Conservation Chat: We’ve Got You ...

Here we share insights and strategies for success from experienced cover crop growers as we relate their practices and observations to research studies.