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Variety matters in cover crops

Published on February 26, 2020
Cover crop varieties are not all created equal. Find out which one is best for your purpose in the 2019 Michigan Cover Crop Variety Test Report.
Choosing cover crops: Think like a plant!

Published on February 25, 2020
When selecting a cover crop, consider the life cycle of different species to ensure they grow best at the time of year when planted.
Select a seeding method that gives you the best chance for success when establishing a cover crop

Published on February 10, 2020
MSU Extension releases new videos on different seeding methods for establishing cover crops, and information on how to calibrate planting equipment for uniform planting rates.
Cover crops and nitrogen cycling: What is my final goal?

Published on February 3, 2020
There are cover crops capable of scavenging nitrogen and others that can fix it. Depending on your objective, one group might work better than the other.
Cover crops can be used to prevent nitrogen loss

Published on January 20, 2020
Cover crop research shows that winter cereal rye may reduce nitrate leaching
Cover crops can help urban growers of all scales improve soil conditions

Published on January 20, 2020
MSU Extension releases resources to help urban growers implement cover-cropping practices
Join us for a lunch-and-learn workshop on cover crops, Feb. 27, 2020

Published on January 16, 2020
Free hot lunch, cover crops and cost-share programming will leave you with a full belly and new ideas for the farm.
New videos explore benefits of cover crops to soil health

Published on January 15, 2020
MSU Extension field crops team releases new cover crop videos to provide convenient information to Michigan field crop farmers.
Michigan Field Crops podcast “In the Weeds” first series now available

Published on January 13, 2020
MSU Extension field crops team releases In the Weeds, a new podcast to provide convenient education to critical issues facing Michigan field crop farmers.
Get RUP credits and ideas for the growing season with educational meetings in east Michigan

Published on January 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension’s 2020 winter meetings offer updates on pest and crop management as well necessary information on new regulations.