The Grow Down on Soil Health
Welcome to “The Grow Down on Soil Health” podcast, where we dive deep into sustainable farming practices designed to enhance both your land and your bottom line. Join host Ben West, Ph.D., executive director of Farmers for Soil Health, and a diverse lineup of guests from various agricultural backgrounds as they share entertaining stories, invaluable soil health management techniques, and the incredible benefits cover crops can bring to your farm.
Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops, to improve the environment and increase farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.
This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, National Corn Growers Association and the Soil Health Institute.
The Grow Down on Soil Health
Improving Soil Health From Theory to Practice
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On today’s episode, we have John Fulton, Ph.D. He’s here to discuss his research findings and how that information can empower farmers when making decisions on their operations.
Learn what has come from his three years of research at The Ohio State University on cover crop seeding with drones as well as tips on how to interpret research results.
Meet the Guest:
John Fulton, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering at The Ohio State University. He grew up on a truck farm, where he would hand-plant and hand-pick hundreds of acres of fruits and vegetables for market. With that experience, Fulton has developed a passion and research focus in agricultural technology, automation, and environmental stewardship.
Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, like planting cover crops, to improve the environment and farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.
This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff and National Corn Growers Association.