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cover crops

Why Cover crop?

increase biodiversity

build soil (chop and drop)

build humus

Nitrogen source

Cover and shade soil - a protective layer to prevent erosion from wind or other weather; or drying or oxidation in hot conditions

pollinator support - Flowering cover crops attract and feed pollinators.

add some beauty

a trap crops for pests to keep them away from your crop or vegetables.

a host plants for beneficial predators.

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