CHCx3 cover crop event - 1 Feb 24

This workshop was held on 1 Febuary 2024 at Morley as part of the CHCx3 series, exploring how cover crops can be used to improve resilience and increase carbon capture in your soils

The day included:

  • Field tour of our ongoing cover crop trials
  • Morning workshop: Overview of the long-term Morley trials
  • Afternoon workshops focusing on cover crop agronomy and carbon capture
  • Refreshments throughout the day and lunch.

Desired outcomes:

  • Better understanding of which cover crop species to choose and to mix
  • Understand the agronomic requirements for the chosen cover crops
  • Improved knowledge of how to use cover crops to increase soil organic matter and carbon capture
  • Exchange knowledge between farmers and researchers