Project Type: Research Only
Funds awarded in 2023: $249,267.00
Projected End Date: 11/30/2026
Grant Recipient:
University of Maryland
Region: Northeast
State: Maryland
Project Leader:
Dr. Ray Weil
University of Maryland
Description:
This short video shows a strip till implement in action with a clover cover crop preceding sweet corn. The implement includes deep ripper shanks that fracture and loosen soil to about 30 cm deep. The resulting localized loosing is demonstrated, as is the shallow compaction pan present from previous disking. There is also a close up with labels on the various parts of the implement.
Type:
Video
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators
This product is associated with the project "Optimizing spring cover crop management for productivity, soil health and climate resilience"
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