SPONSORED CONTENT Cover Crop Solutions for Prevented Plant Acres While the United States overall has planted more principal crop acres this year compared to last year, Farmers in North Dakota are actually experiencing more unplanted acres this year versus last year. The June USDA NASS planted acreage report indicates the U.S. overall planted 302,623,000 acres in 2019 and 311,881,000 in 2020. While ND planted 23,221,000 in 2019 and 22,034,000 in 2020. Likely, a majority of those acres are enrolled in preventive plant, which means more producers are looking to cover crops to keep soil erosion, weeds and pests at bay. But when considering the types of cover crops to plant, using what's left in the bins may not be doing the future of your fields justice. the right cover crop and there are also considerations when choosing the right seed company, The right partner Seed quality and purity are important for your an- nual crops and producers shouldn't have to sacrifice these characteristics when it comes to cover crops. Work with a seed company that can offer a large vari- ety of cover crop mixes that meet certain specifications and standards. Pulse USA, for example, sells many va- rieties of certified cover crops, but for those they can't offer as certified, they feature a quality assurance pro- gram with the ND State Seed Department. This allows them to produce common classes of seed with inspec- tions and testing for assurance from state seed labs. "It's not about the best variety but rather about of- "Producers in our area have been experiencing less the farmer-currently priced at approximately $3 per ative feed value and plant height so it provides a nice fering the purest seeds that are monitored and tested following state and federal regulations and going above Paul added that the inclusion of collards, kale, rad- and beyond to achieve that for farmers," Paul said. Many producers in the area have found the oom- pany's responsiveness, whether they farm 20 acres or The right mix soil compaction while being extremely economical for grass is similar to the Japanese Millet in terms of rel- than ideal conditions for a few years now, from high acre. moisture to late harvests and that means problems in the fields," said Emily Paul, Sales and Product Devel- which is recommended for solving multiple underly- ish and tumips in this mix are great for soaking up opment Director at Pulse USA, a Midwest seed distrib- ing issues," Paul said. "Like the Cultivator it soaks up moisture and providing livestock with tasty feed. utor that specializes in cover crops. "Choosing cover moisture very well, but in addition, our Prevent Plant crops that help mitigate these issues, maximizes the mix fixates nitrogen, tolerates salinity, suppresses late Each of these mixes are unique and designed for pro- impact of your time, money and resources." The right cover crops are designed to set your fields balanced mixture." "Another popular option is our Prevent Plant mix Pulse USA also offers customized cover crop mixes. 2,000 acres to be a valuable asset as well. "We are not only employee owmers, but also farmer owners so we understand and respond to how quickly "We listen to your goals and ideas then work producers need something-whether that's seed, seed up for future success and the first thing to consider are ate saline seeps, a common issue in areas with exces- alongside you to create a solution built specifically mixes, cover crops or just information-regardless of problems you're facing today on your prevented plant sive moisture, and winter peas to keep fields green a for you, your soils, growing conditions and cropping their acreage size," Paul said. "Our goal is customer system," Paul said. "When doing this it's also import satisfaction and repear business. That is what drives season weeds and provides cover into the late season." ducers' specific goals. The inclusion of barley in this mix helps to remedi- acres. "Our team understands the challenges producers are facing because many of the individuals in our orga- this year on November 1, the company also formulated want from a cover crop while creating that unique nization are farmers too," Paul said. "What we offer is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of pro- mostly cool season species to ensure adequate forage ducers in our area and across the entire United States." late in the growing season for livestock. Pulse USA offers pre-formulated cover crop mixes that are designed to target the most common issues annual crops, so you could substitute the annuals through quality seed at affordable prices. The Cultivator, for example, is one of Pulse USA's moisture the following spring." Paul said. "The Japa- most popular mixes. The 50/50 blend of radishes and nese Miller is great at suppressing weeds; cattle love turnips effectively soaks up moisture and breaks up the sweetness of the Super Sugar and the Piper sudan- little longer than spring annuals. With the haying and grazing deadline unchanged ant to consider the subsequent crop and what you us Producers can find a lot of added value when work- ing with a team that engages often with them, from Paul says it's a key consideration in designing a mix checking fields to listening to their issues and con- to avoid any carry-over concerns to the subsequent cerns. Educational and outreach events offered by seed "Our Prevent Plant for Grazing mix contains all crop from those plants in this season's cover crops. companies are also a great resource for information. To learn more about what cover crops may be best for your prevented plant acres call our office: 701-530- "It's all about being strategic with the mixes you 0734. email: emily@ pulseusa.com; kim@pulseusa. com; tylere pulseusa.com or follow @pulseusa on a Prevent Plant for Grazing mix that is designed with mixture." This will minimize the risk of potential issues, such as disease and pest crossover or overwintering crops. for winter annuals if you'd like to use up even more use," Paul said. There are many things to consider when choosing Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. SPONSORED CONTENT Cover Crop Solutions for Prevented Plant Acres While the United States overall has planted more principal crop acres this year compared to last year, Farmers in North Dakota are actually experiencing more unplanted acres this year versus last year. The June USDA NASS planted acreage report indicates the U.S. overall planted 302,623,000 acres in 2019 and 311,881,000 in 2020. While ND planted 23,221,000 in 2019 and 22,034,000 in 2020. Likely, a majority of those acres are enrolled in preventive plant, which means more producers are looking to cover crops to keep soil erosion, weeds and pests at bay. But when considering the types of cover crops to plant, using what's left in the bins may not be doing the future of your fields justice. the right cover crop and there are also considerations when choosing the right seed company, The right partner Seed quality and purity are important for your an- nual crops and producers shouldn't have to sacrifice these characteristics when it comes to cover crops. Work with a seed company that can offer a large vari- ety of cover crop mixes that meet certain specifications and standards. Pulse USA, for example, sells many va- rieties of certified cover crops, but for those they can't offer as certified, they feature a quality assurance pro- gram with the ND State Seed Department. This allows them to produce common classes of seed with inspec- tions and testing for assurance from state seed labs. "It's not about the best variety but rather about of- "Producers in our area have been experiencing less the farmer-currently priced at approximately $3 per ative feed value and plant height so it provides a nice fering the purest seeds that are monitored and tested following state and federal regulations and going above Paul added that the inclusion of collards, kale, rad- and beyond to achieve that for farmers," Paul said. Many producers in the area have found the oom- pany's responsiveness, whether they farm 20 acres or The right mix soil compaction while being extremely economical for grass is similar to the Japanese Millet in terms of rel- than ideal conditions for a few years now, from high acre. moisture to late harvests and that means problems in the fields," said Emily Paul, Sales and Product Devel- which is recommended for solving multiple underly- ish and tumips in this mix are great for soaking up opment Director at Pulse USA, a Midwest seed distrib- ing issues," Paul said. "Like the Cultivator it soaks up moisture and providing livestock with tasty feed. utor that specializes in cover crops. "Choosing cover moisture very well, but in addition, our Prevent Plant crops that help mitigate these issues, maximizes the mix fixates nitrogen, tolerates salinity, suppresses late Each of these mixes are unique and designed for pro- impact of your time, money and resources." The right cover crops are designed to set your fields balanced mixture." "Another popular option is our Prevent Plant mix Pulse USA also offers customized cover crop mixes. 2,000 acres to be a valuable asset as well. "We are not only employee owmers, but also farmer owners so we understand and respond to how quickly "We listen to your goals and ideas then work producers need something-whether that's seed, seed up for future success and the first thing to consider are ate saline seeps, a common issue in areas with exces- alongside you to create a solution built specifically mixes, cover crops or just information-regardless of problems you're facing today on your prevented plant sive moisture, and winter peas to keep fields green a for you, your soils, growing conditions and cropping their acreage size," Paul said. "Our goal is customer system," Paul said. "When doing this it's also import satisfaction and repear business. That is what drives season weeds and provides cover into the late season." ducers' specific goals. The inclusion of barley in this mix helps to remedi- acres. "Our team understands the challenges producers are facing because many of the individuals in our orga- this year on November 1, the company also formulated want from a cover crop while creating that unique nization are farmers too," Paul said. "What we offer is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of pro- mostly cool season species to ensure adequate forage ducers in our area and across the entire United States." late in the growing season for livestock. Pulse USA offers pre-formulated cover crop mixes that are designed to target the most common issues annual crops, so you could substitute the annuals through quality seed at affordable prices. The Cultivator, for example, is one of Pulse USA's moisture the following spring." Paul said. "The Japa- most popular mixes. The 50/50 blend of radishes and nese Miller is great at suppressing weeds; cattle love turnips effectively soaks up moisture and breaks up the sweetness of the Super Sugar and the Piper sudan- little longer than spring annuals. With the haying and grazing deadline unchanged ant to consider the subsequent crop and what you us Producers can find a lot of added value when work- ing with a team that engages often with them, from Paul says it's a key consideration in designing a mix checking fields to listening to their issues and con- to avoid any carry-over concerns to the subsequent cerns. Educational and outreach events offered by seed "Our Prevent Plant for Grazing mix contains all crop from those plants in this season's cover crops. companies are also a great resource for information. To learn more about what cover crops may be best for your prevented plant acres call our office: 701-530- "It's all about being strategic with the mixes you 0734. email: emily@ pulseusa.com; kim@pulseusa. com; tylere pulseusa.com or follow @pulseusa on a Prevent Plant for Grazing mix that is designed with mixture." This will minimize the risk of potential issues, such as disease and pest crossover or overwintering crops. for winter annuals if you'd like to use up even more use," Paul said. There are many things to consider when choosing Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.