Cereal rye cover crop

Missouri No-Tiller Grows Rye Used in New Country Crock Cover Crop Whiskey

May 11, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops

In Country Crock's video promoting the whiskey, no-tiller Josh Payne, who farms near Concordia, Mo., talks about the rye he harvested for the limited-edition whiskey.

Closing the ‘Brown Gap’ with Big Covers and Crop Rotation

Virginia grower Paul Davis shares how he transitioned from no-till-only to a varied mix of covers and cash crops to reduce nutrient inputs and boost soil quality.

By Dan Crummett posted on December 8, 2021 | Posted in Cover Crops, Crop Protection, Nutrient Management

Virginia grower Paul Davis shares how he transitioned from no-till-only to a varied mix of covers and cash crops to reduce nutrient inputs and boost soil quality.

Broadcast Cover Crop Seeding Rates May Hinge On Previous Crop

September 21, 2020 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops

Source: University of Nebraska Extension

Broadcast cover crop seeds often don't have good seed-to-soil contact, and stand counts of broadcast cover crops are often lower than those of drilled cover crops, says the University of Nebraska. A recent study shows that increasing the seeding rate can improve cover crop productivity, but only in some cases.

What I've Learned from No-Tilling

No-Till and Cover Crops Give Tired Soils New Life

It was an uphill battle, but these Missouri no-tillers returned productivity to a heavily depleted farm.

By Martha Mintz posted on July 22, 2020 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Residue Management, Soil Health, Water Management

A cross-state move and knowing the potential of no-till bought our family and the land we purchased a fresh start. A commitment to cover crops gave us a mid-race boost we’re still riding.

Cover Crops, No-Till Increase Carbon Gains in Soil

July 15, 2020 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: University of Kentucky

Cover crops combined with no-tillage systems can increase soil organic carbon, which could help slow the effects of climate change on farms, according to a recent study by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment scientists.

No-Tillers Stay Flexible to Get the Most from Cereal Rye

A new cover crop seeding rig, an ATV sprayer and a lot of patience helped this Ohio family improve tough soils and stabilize yields with no-till and cereal rye.

By John Dobberstein posted on August 14, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment

When Nathan Wilson first considered no-tilling corn and soybeans he was worried it might not work well. He had seen some poor stands and weed control problems on other farms and field days. But it turned out Nathan just needed to set foot on the right farm to see the possibilities.

What I've Learned from No-Tilling

Balancing Nutrients Restores Soils While Raising No-Till Yields

Cover cropping every acre, along with several applications of nitrogen and manure, allow Steve Berger to protect his land and raise healthy crops.

By Steve Berger and Martha Mintz posted on March 11, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

Location, location, location. That’s honestly one of the reasons I’ve been successful in no-till over the years. I’m not talking about the land, though — it’s the people I’ve been fortunate enough to be surrounded by.

Carbon and Nitrogen Content of Winter Cover Crop Biomass

November 27, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

Source: University of Nebraska Extension

A study found that legume covers actually supplied little total nitrogen due to low biomass production, while the nitrogen contained in cereal rye residue was likely readily available for the next corn crop.

How Rye and Oat Cover Crops Affect Corn Development

November 25, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops, Crop Protection

Source: University of Nebraska Extension

A study concludes that most negative effects of cover crops on corn growth are short-lived, says University of Nebraska Extension.

Cereal Rye Suitability for Roller Crimping, No-Till Applications

October 20, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops

Source: Iowa State University Extension

The Iowa State University Horticulture Research Station assessed five cereal rye cultivars for their anthesis timing, biomass production and carbon-to-nitrogen ratios.

Articles Tagged with ''cereal rye cover crop''

Missouri No-Tiller Grows Rye Used in New Country Crock Cover Crop Whiskey

Closing the ‘Brown Gap’ with Big Covers and Crop Rotation

Broadcast Cover Crop Seeding Rates May Hinge On Previous Crop

No-Till and Cover Crops Give Tired Soils New Life

Cover Crops, No-Till Increase Carbon Gains in Soil

No-Tillers Stay Flexible to Get the Most from Cereal Rye

Balancing Nutrients Restores Soils While Raising No-Till Yields

Carbon and Nitrogen Content of Winter Cover Crop Biomass

How Rye and Oat Cover Crops Affect Corn Development

Cereal Rye Suitability for Roller Crimping, No-Till Applications

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