Integrating Livestock and Crops: Improving Soil, Solving Problems, Increasing Income

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Integrating livestock into crop farms boosts soil health, diversifies products, and enhances income and resilience. This approach reduces chemical and fertilizer costs while improving pest and weed management. This publication discusses benefits, challenges, and provides tips and resources for a smooth transition, including case studies.

Region

Northeast, Southern, Western, North Central

Topic

Soil Health, Cropping Systems, Livestock Well-Being, Livestock Feeding

Category

Livestock

Year Published

2014

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