David Karki of SDSU underlined that planting cover crops like rye is not so much about big yield increases, but it will make the land more tolerant of fluctuations in weather. David Karki, a South ...

While pig growth is not harmed, producers must account for the potential reduction in carcass yield when calculating their specific economic projections.

Three decades of managing the toughest cover crops has set these Indiana farmers up for success. Learn their tips and tricks ...

Winter rye is prized for its versatility. It is a source of grain and also a forage and ground cover that protects the soil from erosion by wind and rain. But the benefits of winter rye don’t stop ...

A new appreciation has developed for rye, a winter-hardy grain that develops a deep root system. Growing rye is seen as beneficial to soil health, is a strong competitor to weeds, and helps reduce ...

We have all heard that old expression, " It's like watching grass grow." That's what this post is about. Not to worry though, I've done all the boring work for you by watching the grass grow. The ...

For farmers trying to Flip their Soil and improve soil health one simple thing they can do this fall is plant cereal rye as a cover crop and plant soybeans into that stand. Soil health experts say ...

Every fall after the growing season, I like to put the vegetable garden to bed for the winter with a cover crop of winter rye. Broadly speaking, a cover crop is a crop that covers the soil with a ...

Cover crops are being increasingly recommended as an integrated approach to controlling glyphosate-resistant Palmer amaranth and other troublesome weeds. Thus, a field experiment was conducted in 2010 ...

It begins with the rye sourdough starter, made at least a week before you want to bake. Scoop a generous spoonful into about a liter of lukewarm water (if the starter is good, it will float). Use your ...