Soil Topics from the Northwest Hub Region
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Northwest Cover Crops for Climate Resilience
Cover crops can make farms more resilient to the impacts of climate change by enhancing soil health and water quality.
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Northwest No-Till Farming for Climate Resilience
No-till farming keeps crop residues on farmland, protects soil, and limits the release of greenhouse gases.
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Building Water Resilience in the Northwest Through Soil Management
Information on how to avoid and cope with current and expected changes to water resources and soil health. Also provided is a list of USDA programs for technical and financial resources that foster…
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Dry Farming Techniques in the Maritime Pacific Northwest
Dry farming is a technique for some producers to adapt and diversify operations in response to changes in water availability.
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Soil Health Management to Reduce Climate and Weather Risks in the Northwest
Soil Health Management to Reduce Climate and Weather Risks in the Northwest
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Biochar
Biochar is a stable solid, rich in carbon that is made when organic waste material or biomass is partially combusted in the presence of limited oxygen. Here is a brief description of biochar and…