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Winter cover crops boost soil structure and prevent erosion
USDA researchers at Beltsville find early fall planting of cover crops like rye, rye grass, vetch, and crimson clover insulates soil to reduce repeated freezing and thawing that damages soil aggregates. Cover crops promote earthworm activity to improve infiltration and drainage, with benefits varying by tillage method and residue management.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDA
Agricultural Research Center
Beltsville
Middle Atlantic States