Cropaia

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Regenerative farmers adopt a range of practices, such as cover cropping, crop rotation, reduced tillage, and diverse planting, to regenerate the soil and promote natural systems within their farms. Excessive or deep plowing disrupts the soil structure, releases stored carbon, and can lead to erosion.

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Agriculture Agriculture Farming Farming 104

DTN

JULY 24, 2023

It’s a question that has multiple answers since the current sustainable grain market is segmented, with multiple programs initiating their own certification requirements. It’s likely that within this centralized market, carbon emissions and sequestration will be part of the formula used to determine whether grain was sustainably grown.

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Cropaia

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Traditional plowing or tilling can disrupt the soil structure, making it more susceptible to erosion. In some cases, cover crops may inadvertently create niches that favor the growth of specific weed species. Government and Market Support: Advocate for policies and market incentives that favor sustainable farming practices.

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ATTRA

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Plant a cover crop and, bingo, you’re a regenerative farmer. We know that industrial monocultures achieve high yields for global markets. year after year, usually with a non-cover fallow, intensive moldboard plowing, and the additions of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer. Other Resources Cover Crops for Sustainable Crop Rotations.

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