Can you identify this cover crop species? Drop your guess in the comments 👇 If you need some extra hints: - It's a cool season grass - It's quick to establish - It can provide large amounts of biomass - It releases natural chemicals that may suppress weeds Still not sure? Read the recent fact sheet we developed with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Rodale Institute, “Cover Crop Species Comparison for Weed Suppression in Cotton Production,” to find out the answer and learn more about #covercrops: https://lnkd.in/dS9CHfbs
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Enriching Soil, Enhancing Life
About us
The Soil Health Institute is a global non-profit with a mission of safeguarding and enhancing the vitality and productivity of soils through scientific research and advancement. Our vision is a world where farmers and ranchers grow quality food, fiber, and fuel using soil health systems that sustain farms and rural communities, promote a stable climate and clean environment, and improve human health and well-being. By bringing together leaders in science and industry, SHI conducts research and empowers farmers and landowners to adopt soil health systems that contribute economic and environmental benefits to agriculture and society.
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http://soilhealthinstitute.org
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- 11-50 employees
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- Morrisville, North Carolina
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- Nonprofit
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- 2015
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- Soil health, water, economics, agriculture, environment, natural resources, nonprofit, and Soil science
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Morrisville, North Carolina 27560, US
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Soil Health Institute reposted this
There is still time to register for the Cover Crop Economics for Beginners webinar!
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Jump on this opportunity! Spend 6 weeks traveling through Virginia, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama sampling soils on small vegetable farms and measuring progress toward more resilient agricultural systems. Must love: •Soils •Being outdoors •Problem solving •Communicating with farmers •Teamwork •Long, rewarding days $30/hr + overtime. Sampling begins in October. Details: https://lnkd.in/e29ZfQHs
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Soil Health Institute reposted this
Join us for a Cover Crop Economic Discussion with Alan Weber! This webinar is presented by Farmers for Soil Health, the Soil Health Institute and the University of Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture in partnership with United Soybean Board, National Pork Board and National Corn Growers Association. CEU credit available. Register at bit.ly/3yIIhrl
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Our final post of Conservation Professionals Week and the #FacesOfConservation series celebrates Soil Health Educator and Project Manager Ann Marie Terrizzi, whose sessions at the Soil and Water Conservation Society annual meeting covered two initiatives at the heart of SHI’s comprehensive strategy: building the business case for soil health practices and elevating knowledge transfer through education and outreach. “One of the main attractions of conservation for me has been the intersection of science, advocacy, and hands-on work. However, what truly motivates me is my deep respect for farmers and the incredible work they do,” she says. “My career in conservation allows me to support the diverse agricultural community and address the myriad challenges farmers encounter. By working in conservation, I aim to contribute to the sustainability of farming practices and the overall well-being of our agricultural landscape by spreading the word about soil health, best management strategies, and above all, good stewardship.”
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Next in our #FacesOfConservation series for Conservation Professionals Week: Research Soil Scientist Dr. Ayush Joshi Gyawali, whose sessions at the Soil and Water Conservation Society annual conference detailed Truterra, LLC’s Climate SMART program and SHI's approach to benchmarking soil health. Dr. Gyawali says seeing the direct connection between conservation and the livelihood of small scale farmers in Nepal led him to a career in conservation.
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We’re pleased to partner with Cargill to promote regenerative agriculture practices among farmers in North America!
70% of the world’s freshwater is used to grow the food we eat. That means using water wisely in agriculture isn’t just a responsibility — it’s a necessity. For World Water Week, here are five more facts about water use in agriculture (plus, how we protect this precious resource). 💧 1. Climate change affects water availability. 💧 Climate change leads to more droughts and floods, affecting water availability. 💧 2. Healthy soils act like a giant sponge. 💧 Healthier soils store more water — like a sponge — helping to build drought resilience and requiring less irrigation. 💧 3. Water is essential to biodiversity. 💧 There’s a close link between biodiversity and water. We’re working with Global Water Challenge and Ducks Unlimited to revitalize habitats and help keep bees, birds and other wildlife happy. 💧 4. Agriculture depends on clean water. 💧 Every plant and animal needs clean water to live. By helping farmers adopt practices that reduce runoff, we’re helping avoid water pollution and improving water quality. 💧 5. Efficient irrigation saves water. 💧 Using less water to grow more sounds like a win-win, right? That’s why we’re working with precision irrigation company Goanna Ag to help farmers maximize crop yields and minimize water use. Learn more from Cargill's global water lead, Truke Smoor, here: https://lnkd.in/gnx5AGgd
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Part 2 of our #FacesOfConservation series highlights Soil Scientist Kade Flynn, seen here giving an overview of SHI’s Drought Resilience Calculator at the Soil and Water Conservation Society annual meeting. Why conservation? “I was drawn to working in conservation in agricultural systems because food production matters to everyone – from farmers to consumers. Research can be implemented to help improve the environment and society, so I saw an opportunity to work towards making a positive change.”
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We’re joining the Soil and Water Conservation Society in celebrating Conservation Professionals Week! Throughout the week, we’ll highlight SHI team members who shared their expertise with attendees at the recent SWCS annual meeting. First up: The SWCS symposium session “Benchmarking Soil Health Across North America,” led by Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Cristine Morgan, also featured talks from Research Soil Scientist and Program Director Dr. Mara Cloutier, and Research Soil Scientists Dr. Jenny Bower and Dr. Ayush Joshi Gyawali. If you were there, let us know what you learned about benchmarking – or just join us in appreciating these #FacesOfConservation!
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Interested in implementing cover crops into your cotton operation, but not sure where to start? Want to add more species to your mix? The second fact sheet we developed with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Rodale Institute details how different species can be used for weed control, including: - Benefits and limitations - Management requirements - Onsights from growers - Guidance for certified organic growers Explore the fact sheet here: https://lnkd.in/dS9CHfbs #Cotton #CoverCrops #SoilHealth #WeedControl