Open AccessA Field Day to the Long Term Agricultural Research Site, Hamilton County, IA
Author(s) -
Erica J. Kistner
Publication year - 2018
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.32747/2018.6592637.ch
Subject(s) - tillage , agriculture , environmental science , erosion , term (time) , soil quality , greenhouse gas , no till farming , soil management , cover crop , agroforestry , soil cover , agricultural management , environmental protection , geography , agronomy , soil water , soil science , soil fertility , geology , archaeology , paleontology , oceanography , physics , quantum mechanics , biology
Soil erosion is quickly becoming a severe problem throughout the Midwest and the situation is predicted to worsen unless more sustainable management practices are adopted. Management practices like reduced tillage and cover crops are recommended to help present soil erosion, enhance soil quality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.