Long-term cover crops alleviate soil compaction and impact nutrient stratification

January 30, 2025

Soil compaction and nutrient stratification can impact root growth, limit water infiltration, and affect nutrient placement within the soil profile. ISA Research Agronomist Mikaela Connelly and Southwest Iowa Farmer Chris Gaesser discuss how nine years of continuous cover crops reduce soil compaction and influence nutrient distribution. Learn how Chris is partnering with ISA to find solutions to his on-farm challenges and what the research insights show on this episode of Pods of Potential. 

Further explore the effects of long-term cover crop usage and related trial results through the Stratification Cross-Site Report. Contact Mikaela Connelly at mconnelly@iasoybeans.com to learn more about research trial opportunities. 

The Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network presents Pods of Potential with host Andy Petersen. Powered by the Iowa Soybean Association and the soybean checkoff, Pods of Potential delivers data-driven research and results to help Iowa's soybean farmers maximize productivity, profitability, and sustainability.

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