E340106Z2 Use of multi-species cover crop to improve soil health and increase soil organic matter Additional Criteria for PA Refer to PA_E340_Guidance_1 Appendix to Practice guide for Cover Crop (340) for STATE SPECIFIC LISTS fo approved cover crop species, culture, etc. Table 2: Cover Crop Characteristics for determining compatibility with cropping system denotes life cycle (summer or winter annual) and season of growth (warm or cool). Specific Criteria for Grazing/when livestock are included in the system: Cover crops planted in late fall will not typically be well enough established for grazing, however if stands are adequate cover crops may be grazed in the spring prior to termination. Different cover crop species have varying tolerances to grazing; this should be taken into consideration when developing specifications. Forage estimate and livestock inventory must be completed for fields that will be grazed. For soil health benefits, utilization by livestock will be less than 50% of available cover crop forage. Grazing not occur during wet soil conditions. Some pesticides have restrictions on grazing following application (up to 18 months). Refer to pesticide labels. Plan terminiation consistent with PA_E340_Guidance_2 NRCS Crop Termination Guidelines September 2014 Version 3. Refer to PA_E340_ Guidance_3 Positive trend in OM subfactor of SCI
E340106Z2 Use of multi-species cover crop to improve soil health and increase soil organic matter Additional Criteria for PA Refer to PA_E340_Guidance_1 Appendix to Practice guide for Cover Crop (340) for STATE SPECIFIC LISTS fo approved cover crop species, culture, etc. Table 2: Cover Crop Characteristics for determining compatibility with cropping system denotes life cycle (summer or winter annual) and season of growth (warm or cool). Specific Criteria for Grazing/when livestock are included in the system: Cover crops planted in late fall will not typically be well enough established for grazing, however if stands are adequate cover crops may be grazed in the spring prior to termination. Different cover crop species have varying tolerances to grazing; this should be taken into consideration when developing specifications. Forage estimate and livestock inventory must be completed for fields that will be grazed. For soil health benefits, utilization by livestock will be less than 50% of available cover crop forage. Grazing not occur during wet soil conditions. Some pesticides have restrictions on grazing following application (up to 18 months). Refer to pesticide labels. Plan terminiation consistent with PA_E340_Guidance_2 NRCS Crop Termination Guidelines September 2014 Version 3. Refer to PA_E340_ Guidance_3 Positive trend in OM subfactor of SCI