Different cover crop and soil health related topics will be discussed, including species selection and equipment discussions from local farmers, a cover crop cost-share comparison resource, termination options, troubleshooting cover crop challenges, and partner organization display tables.
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Date & Location:
- September 10, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Steve Lawler’s farm near Rochester MN. Google Maps (44.023910, -92.341220) Parking will be in the field off of 70th avenue.
Cost:
Free! This event will also include a complimentary dinner, and beef raffle!Register:
An RSVP is required to secure a meal, and can be found with more information on the event page: z.umn.edu/keepitcoveredPresentation topics:
- Farmer experiences with planting equipment (hi boy, drill), planting methods for best seed-to-soil contact, Challenges with incorporating cover crops into a system and adapting to weather impacts, grazing covers
- Cover crop species selection and their functions, adaptable management strategies
- Termination, Herbicides, interseeding of covers, grazing considerations
- Paying for cover crops: Cost share resources
- Harvestable ‘cover’ crops: Winter Camelina agronomics and payment program
- Diversify your income stream: Oats in rotations
- Social support for cover practices
For more information:
- Bailey Tangen, UMN Extension Water Resources & Soil Health Educator, btangen@umn.edu
- Mary Nesberg, Olmsted County Extension Educator, nesbe007@umn.edu or 507-328-6225
For the latest nutrient management information, subscribe to the Nutrient Management Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode! And don't forget to subscribe to the Minnesota Crop News daily or weekly email newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube channel, like UMN Extension Nutrient Management on Facebook, follow us on X (formerly Twitter), and visit our website.
Questions or comments? Please email us at nutmgmt@umn.edu.
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