Benefits of Crop-Livestock Integration
Content Source: Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF)

Resource Explained
This factsheet outlines the key benefits of Integrated Crop-Livestock Systems (ICLS) for organic farmers, drawing on interviews with four experienced producers across the U.S. The benefits covered include increased farm productivity, reduced input costs, improved soil health, natural pest control, higher nutrient density in crops and livestock products, better animal health, and a decreased need for mechanical cultivation.
Region
Midwest, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic, Northwest, Plains, Southeast, West/Southwest
Topic
Soil Health, Crop Nutrient Management, Cropping Systems, Livestock Feeding, Livestock Well-Being
Category
Vegetables/Fruits, Grain and Field Crops, Hay and Pasture, Livestock
Year Published
2024



