Author Archives: Justin Stoltzfus

Farmer Takes Cover Cropping to the Next Level

For the 21st century farmer, crop choices are much more than a simple sum of projected annual yields: farmers have to think about how to get the most out of their acres, and how to prevent precious topsoil from washing away. Steve Groff of Cedar Meadow Farms is involved in efforts to find sustainable alternatives that will help to conserve Continue reading

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Online Tool Helps PA Farmers with Conservation and Nutrient Management Planning

Farmers in the state of Pennsylvania must comply with strict regulations that require them to implement responsible nutrient and soil management practices to not only protect local environments, but also the Chesapeake Bay and other sensitive ecosystems beyond the state’s borders. To help Pennsylvania farmers meet regulatory requirements for conservation and nutrient management planning, the Penn State Cooperative Extension Land Continue reading

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