PUBLICATION W235A
Introduction to Organic and Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Defining the Terms
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Summary
Organic and sustainable crop production builds healthy soil and a balanced farm ecosystem to prevent problems before they start. Learn core practices like crop rotation, cover crops, compost, and careful manure use to improve organic matter and fertility. The guide also outlines biodiversity tools such as intercropping, trap crops, and farmscaping for beneficial insects, plus weed management options including mulches, conservation tillage, solarization, flame weeding, and stale seed beds. Includes food safety timing for manure and composting basics.
Publications in Series: Introduction to Organic and Sustainable Agriculture Practices
Building Healthy Soils
Increasing Farm Biodiversity
Crop Rotations
Trap Crops, Intercropping and Companion Planting
Cover Crops and Green Manures
Communicating the Green Advantages of Wood to Your Customers: A Marketing Guide for Manufacturers
Fall Cover Crop Selection and Planting Dates in Tennessee
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