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Living Mulch Cover Cropping for Gardens and Small Farms: Managing an “organic matter” system

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They are documenting Lincoln’s living cover crop system, where he undersows Dutch white clover into vegetables after the last cultivation in July. He would let the cover crop grow and overwinter and then plow down the following spring for green manure. At least on one bed this year to give me a chance to learn something.

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Regenerative Agriculture: A Strategic Approach for Farming

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Excessive or deep plowing disrupts the soil structure, releases stored carbon, and can lead to erosion. Cover cropping : Cover crops are strategically planted in between cash crops or during fallow periods. By understanding the specific needs of their soil, farmers can tailor their practices accordingly.

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Can Taller Cover Crops Help Clean the Water in Farm Country?

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In addition, large concentrated animal feeding operations, which have become more prevalent there in recent years, add to the problem by disposing millions of gallons of nitrogen-rich liquid manure. Research shows that allowing cover crops to grow to significant heights can dramatically reduce pollution.

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