Cover crop - Wikipedia
In agriculture, cover crops are plants that are planted to cover the soil rather than for the purpose of being harvested. Cover crops manage soil erosion, soil fertility, soil quality, water, weeds, pests, diseases, biodiversity and wildlife in an agroecosystem —an ecological system managed and shaped by humans.
Cover Crops - Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education …
2023年11月3日 · Cover crops can be broadly defined as any non-cash crop grown in addition to the primary cash crop. These crops have the potential to increase soil organic matter and fertility, reduce erosion, improve soil structure, promote water infiltration, and …
Cover Crops and Crop Rotation - USDA
Cover crops are traditionally planted on farms but can be used in gardens. A cover crop is any crop grown to cover the soil and may be incorporated into the soil later for enrichment. Planting cover crops in your garden provides multiple benefits such as controlling erosion, suppressing weeds, reducing soil compaction, increasing moisture and ...
Cover Crops - Rodale Institute
Cover crops are an integral part of organic no-till. They help return nutrients to the soil and, when rolled by the roller crimper, create a weed-suppressing mulch. Many cover crops do double duty—they can be planted either for profit or fertility and weed control depending on …
Cover Crops - Successful Farming
Cover Crops. Learn how you can use cover crops to slow erosion, boost soil health, scavenge and hold nutrients, improve water quality, and control pests, weeds, and diseases. This section outlines the different types of cover crops as well as management tips …
The 2024 expert's guide to cover crops in the U.S. - AGDAILY
2024年6月14日 · Cover crops have become one of the ag industry’s most exciting and valuable trends in recent years, and for good reason: Covers have been shown to build healthy sustainable soil and contribute to higher crop productivity.
Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop Rotations - SARE
A cover crop is a plant that is used primarily to slow erosion, improve soil health, enhance water availability, smother weeds, help control pests and diseases, increase biodiversity and bring a host of other benefits to your farm.
The Dirt on Cover Crops - Modern Farmer
2023年8月31日 · Cover cropping is a means of increasing soil fertility without chemicals. How do cover crops work? All cash crops (what farmers grow to sell) pull nutrients out of the soil as they mature. It’s important to replenish those nourishing substances after every harvest so future crops can also flourish.
Cover Crops for Sustainable Cropping Systems: A Review - MDPI
2022年12月3日 · Cover cropping is a promising and sustainable agronomic practice to ameliorate soil health and crop performances in agro-ecosystems.
The Power of Cover Crops: Benefits and Best Practices
2024年10月6日 · Cover Crops for Specific Climate Challenges Drought Resilience. In regions facing drought conditions, cover crops can be an invaluable tool for enhancing soil moisture retention. By increasing organic matter, cover crops improve the soil’s capacity to hold water, ensuring that crops have access to essential moisture during dry spells. Their ...