Why More Farmers Are Roller Crimping Rye | Aaron Nygren
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This week on Fridays in the Field, we head to eastern Nebraska to learn about a farming practice that’s gaining attention across the Midwest — roller crimping cover crops.
Nebraska Extension Educator and farmer Aaron Nygren explains how crimping rye cover crops creates a thick mat of residue that can naturally suppress weeds, reduce tillage, and improve field conditions throughout the growing season.
Aaron shares how he’s used the system on his own farm since 2010, especially in pumpkins where herbicide options are limited. We also discuss what it takes for roller crimping to work successfully, why timing is everything, and where this system fits in both conventional and organic agriculture.
Could this be part of the future of weed control?
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