Important considerations for wheat producers to achieve the highest yield are the choice of varieties and planting dates. Learn the results ...
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Research and Extension professionals have been studying the effects of cover crop management in conjunction with vegetables, such as cantalo...
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High tunnels extend the spring, fall and winter growing season in southern climates. During the summer, it can be difficult to grow anything...
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Setting up equipment for operation in high-residue systems in critical to ensure the establishment of optimum plant stands.
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Just as cover crops provide a natural suppression for soil diseases and pests, they also assist in weed suppression. Weed resistance managem...
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Cover crops provide a natural soil pest and disease suppression. It can also serve as a mulch to cover and assist in weed suppression.
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Producers have been planting legumes in crop rotations to improve soil fertility for many decades, especially in the southeastern United Sta...
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In this four-part series, you will learn the importance of prescribed fire for forest and wildlife management. Specific elements covered...
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