Cover Crop Strategies editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of our great agricultural industry. Here is our favorite content from the past week:

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Equipment Considerations for Cover Crop Systems

In this video from Farmers for Soil Health, cover crop expert and Holtwood, Pa., no-tiller Steve Groff as well as No-Till Legend Barry Fisher discuss key equipment considerations, with a specific focus on spring cash crop planting following the use of cover crops.

Uncharacteristically Warm Weather Could Complicate Cover Crop Management

University of Minnesota soil scientist Jeff Strock says that while the unseasonable warmth could initially help cover crops like cereal rye and winter rye grow stronger, it will be especially important to keep a close eye on these cover crops this season and be prepared to terminate early if necessary.

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Cover Crops & No-Till Together Can Work Wonders

In this video, Birch Run, Mich., no-tiller Donald Morse explains the difference he saw on his farm after 50 years of no-till and just 5 years of cover crops. Specifically, Morse discusses how cover crops helped retain moisture and residue during drought.

Benefits of Planting Grasses as Cover Crops

In this video, learn about phosphorus retention, using nitrates to prevent leaching and runoff and the many other environmental benefits that both cool season and warm season grasses can have when planted as cover crops.

Cover Crop Tips from Dean & Josh Sponheim

In this presentation by Osage, Iowa grower Dean Sponheim and his son Josh, learn about cover crop C:N ratios, termination tips and other important notes on how to adapt your management and production with cover crops.

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