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Grazing cover crops requires management and balance
Mixed-species forage crops can have similar benefits as traditional cover crops.
Top 10 Traits of a Successful Grazing Land Manager
According to recent data, the number of people moving to Southern Great Plains states like Texas is more than 1,400 per day. Private lands in the U.S. are undergoing significant changes. For example,...
Cover Crop Economic Considerations
Many factors should be considered to determine the economic value of cover crops.
Is Prescribed Fire a Friend or Foe to Soil Health?
Without fire on rangelands, many of the soil health building principles are much harder to achieve.
Know the Soil's Condition Before Reseeding Rangeland
Soil health plays an important role in successful rangeland plantings. Here is what's happening above and below ground.
Look for These Soil Health Indicators in the Field
Soil color and structure, the presence of biological activity like earthworms and dung beetles, rooting resistance, and soil smell can help farmers and ranchers determine the health of their soils.
Why We Need Prescribed Fire
Fire is essential to the health of the Southern Great Plains. Prescribed fire is a management tool that benefits the land in a safe, planned way.
5 Reasons Why Soil Biology Matters on the Farm
Success and long-term viability for most agricultural enterprises ultimately hinges on the health of their soil. This is true for beef operations in the Southern Great Plains to row crop farms in the Midwest.
How Can You See Soil Health?
Many soil health measures require laboratory analysis. However, there are a few indicators a person can look and smell for right in the field.
Top 10 Misconceptions in Grazing Management
Understanding and avoiding these top 10 misconceptions about grazing management can help ranchers increase production of both forage and pounds of beef.