Early impacts of cover crop selection on soil biological parameters during a transition to organic agriculture
Leah Ellman‐Stortz,
Katie Lewis,
Terry Gentry
et al.
Abstract:Although Texas is not widely known for organic production, it is responsible for most organic peanut production in the United States. When managed effectively, this can be a lucrative practice due to consumer demands. However, farmers pursuing organic management must undergo a 3‐year transition period to obtain United States Department of Agriculture certification, which is often associated with depressed yields. The objective of this study was to measure the impact of organic management and cover crop selecti… Show more
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