Reduce or eliminate tillage. Tillage improves the aeration of the soil and causes a flush of microbial activity that increases the speed of decomposition of organic matter. The incorporation of oxygen into the soil essentially helps to ignite and burn the organic matter like a fire burns wood.
Reduce soil erosion. Most of the organic matter in a soil is in the topsoil. When soil erodes, organic matter goes with it. Saving soil and organic matter go hand and hand.
Fertilize Properly. Proper fertilization encourages growth of plants, which increases root growth. Increased root growth can help build or maintain soil organic matter, even if much of the top growth is removed.
Cover crops can help build or maintain soil organic matter. The best results are achieved if growing cover crops are combined with a reduction in tillage practices.
Country Visions Cooperative offers a unique blend of agriculture and consumer related products and services. Some customers may just know us as their propane provider or their grain elevator. The business is actually quite diverse
Country Visions Cooperative is “built for this moment” and for the future!
Celebrated by cooperatives nationwide during the month of October, National Co-op Month is an annual opportunity to raise awareness of a trusted, proven way to do business and build resilient, inclusive communities. This year’s theme, “Built for This Moment,” highlights the fact that cooperatives were established to tackle market failures and respond to structural crises.
Harvest Season: Corn silage harvest is underway and the fall harvest will be right around the corner. Please remember to be patient and travel safely on the roads. Here are a few reminders for driving during this time:
