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UM Study Reveals Patterns That Shape Forest Recovery After Wildfires

New UM research suggests recurring continent-spanning drought patterns set the tempo for forest recovery from wildfire.

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Planting Fall Cover Crops - WOWO 1190 AM | 107.5 FM

Sarah Noggle, Rachel Cochran Ohio State University Extension We are now approaching the time of year to think about planting fall cover crops. Cover crops can serve many purposes, ranging from erosion control to nutrient sequestration. Depending on the type and species of cover crop, benefits range from providing a Nitrogen source, scavenging nutrients to […]

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10/26/2020 SOURCE: www.kcur.org

Iowa Farmer Invents 'Cluster Cluck 5000' To Bring Livestock Back To Corn Fields

An Iowa farmer is using YouTube and a new invention to bring back an old-fashioned style of agriculture.

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Managing cover crops before corn focus of MU Strip Trial Program | News Break

The University of Missouri Extension is looking for farmers to participate in cover crop trials as part of the “MU Certified” Strip Trial Program. MU Extension nutrient management specialist John Lory, who leads the program, said this year’s farmer panel approved trials focused on improving the management of cover crops, particularly ahead of corn. “The farmer panel has encouraged us to work with farmers who have success with cover crops so we can learn and document what works,” Lory said.

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The winter camelina: University researchers developing new cash cover crop

Newly planted winter camelina seedlings sprout in little green rows at the University of Minnesota field plots on the St. Paul campus. The winter annual plant is one of 15 breeds University researcher

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Studies explore the role of cover crops in suppressing glyphosate-resistant horseweed

Horseweed is considered one of the most troublesome weeds in the United States and Canada - able to produce devastating losses in both corn and soybean yields when left uncontrolled. Two recent studies - one published by the journal Weed Science and the other by the journal Weed Technology - provide insights on the role cover crops might play in controlling horseweed and reducing the need for herbicides.

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