WSU Research Suggests Crop Rotation Changes Could Boost Eastern Washington Farming
What happened
Research at Washington State University’s Wilke Research and Extension Farm is providing insights into traditional crop rotations in eastern Washington. Aaron Esser, a regional Extension agronomist at WSU, stated that research findings suggest growers could benefit from extending crop rotations by reducing summer fallow and incorporating more broadleaf crops. Esser noted that this crop intensification can be economically beneficial over time.
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Why it matters
The research indicates that diversifying crop rotations and planting crops more frequently offers benefits beyond increased profitability. These benefits include less potential for erosion and more active soil biology, which could affect farming costs and yields.
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Who's involved
- EsserRegional Extension agronomist managing research at the Wilke Farm
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