The extent to which cover crops benefit crop yields may vary with soil and climatic factors, as their decomposition can release or immobilize nitrogen. An improved understanding of these factors and their effect on yield response is needed. The long-term goal of this research project is to elucidate the effects of cover crops on soil health and the root microbiome to better exploit the benefits of cover crops and predict their impact on soybean yield. Research conducted in soybean fields also evaluates the impact of cover crops on stand establishment, prevalence of diseases and root health in cover crop strip trials.Key Benefactors: farmers, agronomists, Extension agents
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