But guess what? Fall is actually the perfect time to think ahead and plant cover crops that will set the stage for a flourishing garden next spring! Cover crops are not only great for protecting ...

per-acre double-cropped soybeans. It ranged from $213 to $260 per acre. You Decide to Plant Cover Crops ... Experimenting with cover crops is a good idea, says Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken ...

On the other hand, you could use plants to do the heavy lifting. Ground covers and cover crops sound similar, but have ...

Too wet for planting? Let’s talk cover crops. Is it just me, or does it seem like we’re living in the middle of a wetland? It has been common this spring to see farmers skirting around ...

He says there are various late season cover crops farmers can plant, depending on their goals and climate. “We have to think about where we’re at as well, what latitude we’re at and how much ...

An extension crops educator sees cover crops as a compliment to other weed control tactics. Liz Stahl with the University of Minnesota says herbicides remain the most effective tool for managing weeds ...

• Before the heat and dry air of spring and summer, update your irrigation system to in-line drip, flexible tubing with ...

This program will reward farmers who plant cover crops by providing a reduced premium on their crop insurance. The discount ...

Results from the annual Iowa Nutrient Research & Education Council crop survey show Iowa farmers planted more than 3.8 ...