Month: October 2021

Beyond Cereal Rye: Forecrops Set Up Hemp for Success By: Sarah Mitchell, Industrial Hemp Specialist Cereal Rye is the “go to” cover crop. Farmers and agronomists agree, it’s a workhorse. Cereal rye starts quick and grows well. It anchors the soil, builds microbes and organic matter, facilitates nutrient availability, plus suppresses weeds in spring. However,…

Winter forages: What are my options? By: David Hunsberger of King’s AgriSeeds for Progressive Dairy At A Glance: Determining a winter forage requires taking a look at species, timing, risk aversion and fertility considerations. Growing winter forages, a great way to increase available inventory, maximizes the productivity of your land base. Fully one-third of sunlight…