This guide to organic cover cropping has been created by the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to assist farmers of all levels, from beginners to those refining their practices. It combines scientific research with practical insights from organic farmers. The guide covers how to choose the right cover… Continue reading Cover Cropping Guide
Resources Category: Cover Crops
Cover Crops & Their Benefits (Missouri Organic Association)
Cover crops help address soil degradation to weed pressure and nutrient depletion.
Arkansas Organic Chronicles Podcast Live Q & A with Luke and Joe – Cover Crops & Nitrogen Sources (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
It’s March and Luke and Joe are back for another live episode! In this episode they talk about cover crops and supplemental nitrogen sources.
Putting Cover Crops to Work with Dr. Amanda McWhirt: Arkansas Grown Conference Session (Center for Arkansas Farms and Food)
Fruit & Vegetable Extension Specialist Dr. Amanda McWhirt @ARfruitveg provides an overview of how cover crops can be utilized on organic farms.
Seeds, Cicadas, Drought, and More!
In this episode we talk seasonal insects, cicada, roller crimping cover crop, and more! Riley joins as a special guest the second half of the show!
Organic Insecticides
In this episode I deep dive into organic approved insecticides. There’s more than just Pyganic and Neem!
April Drought Brings May Flowers?
Heritage and Landrace Grain Network
Over the course of the last decade, interest in reviving organic heritage grains has increased dramatically. There has been a rise in appreciation of their beauty, nutritional value, genetic diversity, and fascinating histories. The importance of incorporating them into a sustainable crop rotation and their inherent adaptability are additional compelling qualities. As our climate continues… Continue reading Heritage and Landrace Grain Network
Fertility Guide Companion
This companion guide goes along with the “Organic Fertility Guide and Tool Template” created by Oxbow Farm and Conservation Center. The purpose of this guide is to support farmers and growers to understand how much fertilizer to apply throughout the year to better manage crop and soil health and prevent nutrient leaching. There are many… Continue reading Fertility Guide Companion
Organic Fertility Guide and Tool Template
Use this guide, developed by Oxbow Farm and Conservation Center, as a tool to translate recommendations and readings from soil tests to practical applications of organic fertilizer. This tool can be used to fine tune fertilizer applications and allow farmers to be systematic and efficient about how and when to apply fertilizer for the best… Continue reading Organic Fertility Guide and Tool Template