Open AccessBenefits of Cover Crops for Soil Health
Author(s) -
Yoana C. Newman,
David L. Wright,
Cheryl L. Mackowiak,
J.M.S. Scholberg,
C. M. Cherr
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
edis
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2576-0009
DOI - 10.32473/edis-ag277-2007
Subject(s) - cover crop , environmental science , agronomy , agroforestry , cover (algebra) , no till farming , agriculture , soil health , crop , soil organic matter , forestry , geography , soil water , soil fertility , biology , engineering , soil science , archaeology , mechanical engineering
SS-AGR-272, a 4-page fact sheet by Y.C. Newman, D.W. Wright, C. Mackowiak, J.M.S. Scholberg and C.M. Cherr, discusses the benefits of cover crops in agricultural production, the benefits of soil organic matter; how to match cover crop nutrient release with future crop demand; timing and depth of residue incorporation; and erosion, pest and weed control. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, November 2007.SS AGR 272/AG277: Benefits of Cover Crops for Soil Health (ufl.edu)