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These guys are wondering if you've registered for the Southeast Kansas Soil Health Conference yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Join us at this awesome two-day event for the chance to network with producers and learn about the latest practices for improving soil health and profitability on your farm. Bring your questions and get ready to join the conversation. This conference is designed to be interactive and provide valuable and practical knowledge you can implement right away. Join us on December 3rd and 4th in Iola, Kansas for this great event! Register here: https://zurl.co/lgw5 Questions? Email shelby@greencover.com Photo provided by Dylan Larimore.

Join us at this year's Southeast Kansas Soil Health Conference at Green Cover in Iola, Kansas! This is your chance to meet like-minded producers who are on the path to improved soil health and ecosystem function. Hear from inspiring and experienced keynote speakers at this excellent event. Here's what past attendees had to say: "I enjoyed the in-depth information that was shared. The attendees had ample opportunity to interact with the panelists and the presenters were honest and open. I learned so much I had never thought of before." "I loved the practical knowledge that can be implemented immediately. Lots of new information to research" https://zurl.co/gDiW

Winter Peas offer a great option for spring grazing or Nitrogen fixation. When planted deep, winter peas can withstand the winter months and produce high protein forage in the spring. Check out Winter Peas on our online store: https://lnkd.in/d9XKeHwv... #covercrops #soilhealth #regenerativeagriculture #regenag Keith Berns

Make an IMPACT in your cover crop mix this year with Impact Forage Collards. These brassica pack a punch with the highest protein amount of any of our brassicas. They are also unique in the fact that they will not bolt, or make seed, without going through winter. This makes planting collards at any time when the nights get cool a great option. https://zurl.co/vSjT

John Kempf on "How to speed up the adoption of regenerative farming practices" In this excellent article, John Kempf breaks down the false narrative that a transition to regenerative agriculture will always lead to decreased yield and decreased profits in the beginning years. "The approaches that result in negative yield J-curves during a transition period are based on idealistic views of  soil and crop management, and are not inherent to regenerative farming." John suggests that a better path forward is a "data-based and experience-based approach" that calls for the reduction of fertilizers and pesticides only when data reveals that less is required. "Through a gradual shift toward regenerative agriculture, not only is soil health restored, but plants become more resistant to extreme weather events, pests, and disease. Growers are able to mitigate risk and have more peace of mind." Read the full article : https://zurl.co/quWj

Green Cover Receives the Outstanding Soil Stewardship Conservation Award The Nebraska Association of Resource Districts Board selected Green Cover as the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Soil Stewardship Conservation Award! Keith Berns, his wife Audrey and Brian Berns and his wife Christi attended the NRD Annual Conference a couple weeks ago to accept this award in person.

“Facilitate positive global change by rebuilding soils in semi-arid regions, producing premium food and fiber, and supporting the nutritional needs of humanity to optimize health.” Big and bold words, but this is the passion of Ian and Dianne Haggerty who are doing just this on nearly 50,000 acres in the arid regions of Western Australia. Read more on Natural Intelligence Farming here: https://zurl.co/zgPP

Are you looking for a high quality, high yielding forage crop for spring grazing? Triticale is what you're looking for! Triticale is a cross between cereal rye and wheat, bringing together superior forage value and impressive above ground and belowground growth. Start feeding your belowground livestock when you plant triticale this fall and feed your aboveground livestock next spring! What's even better, triticale prices are decreased by over 20% this year, giving you big savings on a premium product. You can check out our options for Triticale on our website https://zurl.co/4kLn or get in touch with a sales representative today to get your questions answered. Call us at 402-469-6784. #covercrops #livestockforage #regenerativeagriculture #soilhealth Keith Berns

Winter peas are a great choice for adding a legume to a fall mix. Cold hardy to about 5 degrees, we expect winter peas to survive the winter south of I-70 in most years and the further south you go, the more dependable they will be. Overwintering success has been achieved in Nebraska as well when the peas are planted deep (2-4") or when they are insulated by snow or other plants in mild winters. Peas make great, high protein livestock feed, often combined with rye, triticale, or winter oats.

Why pay thousands of dollars on nitrogen fertilizer when you can pull it out of the atmosphere for free? By forming associations with rhizobia bacteria, hairy vetch has the potential to fix up to 200lbs of N per acre! We work with awesome growers in northern climates to bring you hairy vetch seed with extreme cold tolerance, guaranteed to overwinter just about anywhere. Reach out to our team today to discuss growing nitrogen for your next cash crop! https://lnkd.in/gCFWVZ_X #covercrops #reduceinputs #regenerativeagriculture #soilhealth