Mulching is one of the most accessible and effective conservation practices available to small-scale and urban farmers.

From tomatoes and peas to herbs and flowers, compatible plant pairings improve growth, deter pests and make the most of limited space.

Prepare for spring by repairing winter damage, incorporating cover crops and controlling early-emerging pests.

Historical farming practices, particularly for cotton in the Southeast, led to significant topsoil erosion and land degradation. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is promoting the use ...

With proper management, crimson clover can be an excellent cover crop for your row crop fields. Here’s what you need to know about crimson clover benefits, including its nitrogen-fixing properties, ...

Scientists discovered a small protein region that determines whether plants reject or welcome nitrogen-fixing bacteria. By tweaking only two amino acids, they converted a defensive receptor into one ...

"Discover my Full Garden Plan 2026 with a complete walkthrough of layout, crop rotations, and companion planting strategies! 🌱 In this video, I share my thoughts, insights, and hands-on approach to ...

Inside a barn in southwest Missouri, Macauley Kincaid operates a massive contraption of wood and metal affixed with pipes, pulleys and wheels. "This was like state of the art for its time. I mean, ...

Conservation methods can help rejuvenate farmland, but the startup cost and uncertain results mean a risk many farmers still aren't willing to take. The University of Missouri Center for Regenerative ...

Macauley Kincaid reconnects a hood to part of his mill Aug. 7 at his family farm in Jasper, Mo. Kincaid is the second generation in his family to farm crops for seed production. He still uses the same ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. — A new study from South Dakota State University found that cost-share programs are effective in helping farmers adopt cover crop practices earlier on their farming operations.