Many older perennial pastures could benefit from renovation. While we think of these as “permanent pastures” it is important to realize that as perennial pastures age they evolve away from what was originally planted. Sometimes they evolve into a very desirable mixture of plants that is highly productive and highly adapted to management and theContinue reading “Assess your pastures to guide renovation “
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Soil Carbon in the Root Zone
Organic matter is a key indicator of soil health and soil function, affecting the natural supply of nutrients, buffering against pH changes, softening soil to resist compaction, holding more water for plant uptake, creating water-stable aggregates to resist erosion, and providing organic resources to feed soil biological communities. Another big reason for attention on soilContinue reading “Soil Carbon in the Root Zone”
Triple Creek Journal: Get Ready for Mud!
My sister sent my Mom and Dad a card one time that showed a little girl stomping through a mud puddle, and the caption was “If you pray for rain, get prepared for some mud”. My folks put it up on the refrigerator and it stayed there for decades. It became one of our mottosContinue reading “Triple Creek Journal: Get Ready for Mud!”
A New Year for Regenerative Agriculture
There is a lot of discussion these days about Regenerative Agriculture. Through the thoughtful application of regenerative agriculture principles, all farmers and the entire population stand to benefit. I have been fortunate to work with farmers that have applied these principles for decades, and the benefits are very dramatic. The good news is that everyContinue reading “A New Year for Regenerative Agriculture”
The Alliance for Grassland Renewal 