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Including noncrop vegetation alongside crops may further increase genetic diversity in a geographic area, as with prairie strips or field borders and other conservation buffers within or adjacent to crop fields. And diversity may also include the temporal diversity of croprotations.
Rotate your crops. Rotatingcrops is one of the best ways to improve long-term soil health on your farm. There are several types of croprotation that farmers can implement to maximize the benefits of this practice. Cover crops are another excellent way to improve soil health and practice soil conservation.
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