Illinois became the second state in the nation to offer subsidies to farmers for planting cover crops in the fall, an effort ...

Illinois became the second state in the nation to offer subsidies to farmers for planting cover crops in the fall, an effort ...

Using insecticides too often may boost weed growth. A new study shows why timing, observation, and cover crops make all the ...

Nitrate, pesticides, metals and plastic agricultural soils often contain pollutants. But are there sustainable and ...

Their crops have fulfilled their purpose: anchoring the topsoil, retaining soil moisture and biome, and fixing nitrogen into the ground. However, with planting season upon us, it’s time to address the ...

Insecticides may help growers hoping to protect their crops from harmful insects, but they also may contribute to a larger amount of some weeds, according to a new study.

Featured speakers are cover crops farmer and seed dealer Andy Linder; soil-health researcher Dr. Ann Journey; cover crops seed dealer and farmer TJ Kartes; and soil scientist and cover crops ...

Adding cover crops into rotations helps keep soil in place when cash ... Planting a diversity of crops can prove beneficial during extreme weather events. Some plants are better able to stand up to ...

Pulses are the dried edible seeds of legumes and make a great addition to any food garden. They include beans, peas, and ...

First and foremost, it’s crucial not to delay. While cover crops offer numerous benefits to a vegetable garden, they can go to seed when left unattended, ultimately creating a massive seedbed ...

Nitrate, pesticides, metals, plastic -- agricultural soils often contain pollutants. But are there sustainable and climate-friendly ways to restore and promote soil health in agricultural land?