cover-crops
Cover crops are plants grown primarily to protect and enrich the soil between main crop cycles rather than for direct harvest. They play a critical role in plant science by influencing soil microbial communities, nutrient cycling, and nitrogen availability—factors that directly affect the growth and productivity of subsequent crops. Research into cover crops helps scientists understand how managed plant communities can improve agroecosystem health, suppress weeds and pathogens, and reduce reliance on synthetic inputs.
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crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum) observed in Jasper, TN 37347, USA
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