No-Till Case Study, Bauer Farm: Cover Crop Cocktails on Former CRP Land
The Bauer family in Bismarck, ND, converted CRP land back to crops to boost nutrient cycling and residue breakdown…
Sustainable Soil Management
This publication covers basic soil properties and management steps toward building and maintaining healthy soils. Part…
Tipsheet: Organic Poultry Production for Meat and Eggs
Explore organic poultry production for meat and eggs with guidance from Ann Baier, NCAT Agriculture Specialist. This…
Reducing Tillage Intensity in Organic Production Systems
This publication reviews various tillage intensity methods in organic crop production. It summarizes recent research…
Tipsheet: Organic Cattle, Sheep, and Goats for Dairy
USDA organic dairy regulations apply to all milk-producing animals, including cows, goats, and sheep. These rules cover…
Crop Insurance Options for Specialty, Diversified, and Organic Farmers
This publication reviews federally subsidized crop insurance, with special attention to options available to specialty,…
Dung Beetle Benefits in the Pasture Ecosystem
This publication highlights the valuable role of dung beetles in pasture ecosystems and the benefits they bring. It…
Tipsheet: Transitioning to Organic Management of Orchards
Organic certification ensures fruit meets USDA organic standards. It involves several requirements, including no…
Organic Pumpkin and Winter Squash Marketing and Production
Explore organic production and marketing of cucurbits, including pumpkins and winter squash. This guide covers…
Tipsheet: Organic Management of Internal and External Livestock Parasites
Livestock parasites are resilient and cannot be fully eradicated, and learning how to manage them organically is…