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Considering cover crops? Research and recommendations for new growers in Minnesota

Considering cover crops? Research and recommendations for new growers in Minnesota

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking about cover crops. What should farmers who are considering growing cover crops this year be thinking about? What are some tips for getting a cover crop established in Minnesota? Should growers consider applying fertilizer to help get a cover crop established? What recent cover crop studies have U of M researchers been doing, and what have we learned from them?

Source : umn.edu

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After participating in spray drone trials, Jeff found that Adastrio stood out among the products tested. As harvest approaches, he remains optimistic about the product’s performance and its role in helping protect yield potential.

Andy Lowry discusses how a successful trial led him to use Adastrio across his entire farm. He highlights the product’s disease control and coverage, particularly against early gray leaf spot and southern rust. Andy also points to visible differences in crop health between fields treated with Adastrio and those left untreated.