NC farmer implements cover crops as alternative to fertilizer
Story Date: 4/26/2021

  Source: USDA. 4/23/21


As the global population continues to climb farmers are forced to fulfill the demand of food, fuel, and fiber. How are they doing this? Many farmers in NC are implementing soil health management principles, such as cover crops, as an alternative to fertilizers and to increase yields, reduce operational costs, and increase soil health.

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