Raylene Nickel
Adopting no-till and cover crops builds soil organic matter and shaves costs
One farmer's on-farm research showed that cover crops could help reduce chemical applications, cut nitrogen inputs, and eliminate the cost of cleaning buildups of eroded soil from waterways.
Plant diversity builds healthy soils, carbon, and crop resilience
Brendon Rockey's production practices and resulting improvements in soil health have improved water-use efficiencies and helped reduce the amount of irrigation water drawn from the local aquifer.
Launching branded beef from a ranch
Direct marketing secures Montana ranchers’ future and provides high-quality beef to customers.
No-till and cover crop systems cut costs and save soil
No-till and cover crop systems are proving their worth, particularly via cost savings.
40 Seasons: Farming in a new direction
Ten years ago, Scott and Pam Heinemann began changing the direction of their farming operation by experimenting with no-till.
Focus on whole-farm soil health
While Shuter practiced no-till for years before beginning to grow cover crops, it was the addition of the cover crops that really jump-started the soil health benefits.