The down farm economy could stunt the adoption of conservation practices. Eastern Iowa farmer Alan Mohr says there’s usually a cost associated with cover crops or changing tillage systems. “These things aren’t always the cheapest things to implement, and there is a learning curve. So I think it comes down to the finances, the farmer […]
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