Harvesting Crop Residue: What's it worth?

Harvesting crop residue has increased in recent years and demand is likely to increase. Decisions about how much crop residue can be harvested sustainably are based on the following:

• Soil nutrient availability

• Soil organic matter

• Water erosion and runoff

• Wind erosion

• Soil water availability

• Yields and economics

For more information, visit your local NRCS office or click on the link below:

Harvesting Corn Stover