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Growing cover crops in otherwise fallow fields can prevent erosion, improve soil health, provide forage and help control weeds. The information below can help you make informed decisions on when, where, and how to plant cover crops. We also listed other things to take into consideration when including cover crops in your farming system.

The related articles at the bottom of the page are weekly published short stories on all things cover crops and soil health.

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Key findings from the study indicate that while current adoption rates are relatively low — only 14% of cattle operations with cropland used cover crops as of 2017 — there are notable variations depending on the type of operation. (IANR News photo)

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This Week on N Field: Interseeding Barley or Oat in Soybean for Weed Suppression

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Rye and clover cover crops grow in a field of corn residue.

Nebraska Producers Invited to Participate in Cover Crops Survey

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Crimping rye at a mild angle using a roller crimper. (CropWatch file photo by Rich Little)

Farmers Invited to Attend Roller Crimper Workshop June 5

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