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The Causes of Soil Compaction on Grazing Lands

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Fortunately, knowing how compaction forms and how extensive it is, are the keys to knowing how to eliminate it forever. Causes of Compaction There are generally two major causes of soil compaction on pastures: hoof impact and overgrazing. Roots are essential for healthy soil structure to be maintained.

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Planting the ‘Prairie Berry’ — Solstice Berry Farm, Crossfield, Alberta

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For example, while they plant around 1000 bushes an acre in rows, they decided to also plant a cover crop between the rows in the orchard to reduce soil compaction and prevent erosion. “We The harvester has a vibrating mechanism that shakes the berries off the branches and collects them onto a conveyor.

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