Dave Campbell, an organic farmer with over 30 years of experience in Illinois and Wisconsin, shares practical strategies and real-world insights on managing weeds in organic farming systems.
Topics covered in this session include:
馃尡 Soil health and the role of calcium-magnesium ratios
馃尡 Mechanical tillage and cultivation tools (rotary hoe, tine weeder, roll cultivator)
馃尡 Weed control in corn, soybeans, and small grains
馃尡 Cover crops and crop rotation strategies for long-term success
馃尡 Managing challenges with late planting
This session highlights proven techniques, equipment adjustments, and crop planning approaches to help farmers improve weed management and maintain soil fertility in organic systems.
