Autumn Jubilee Cover Crop Mixture

Ujamaa's Autumn Jubilee Cover Crop Mixture includes a mix of winter rye (27%), common oats (27%), field peas (27%), ecotil radish (8%), crimson clover (7%), and tender green mustard (3%) which offers numerous agricultural and environmental benefits: Soil Health Improvement: This mix contributes to soil health in several ways. Winter rye and common oats have deep root systems that can help break up compacted soil, improving soil structure and aeration. The roots of these plants also help in the retention of soil and nutrients, preventing erosion. Nitrogen Fixation and Nutrient Recycling: Legumes like field peas and crimson clover are known for their ability to fix nitrogen from the air and enrich the soil with this essential nutrient. This reduces the need for chemical fertilizers. The diverse root systems of the mix also assist in recycling other nutrients like phosphorus and potassium, making them more available to future crops. Weed Suppression: The dense growth of these crops