What You Need to Know
Cover cropping with legumes fixes atmospheric nitrogen into soil, boosting amino acid synthesis in crops. Reduced tillage preserves soil temperature, maintaining enzymatic activity in root zones. Compost tea application increases microbial biomass, accelerating mineralization of phosphorus and potassium, which enhances nutrient uptake and flavor.
The Science
Primary Reaction
Biological nitrogen fixation by leguminous cover crops and subsequent mineralization of organic matter