Ron Strider
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A 534-acre historic farm, known as the Eagle Rest Plantation, donated to Murray State last year is now serving as a research and demonstration hub for cover crop and industrial hemp.
Hutson School of Agriculture Dean Tony Brannon says projects on a portion of the farm are just the beginning of long-term research and development.
Brannon says the property’s primary function is cover crop research. Cover crops serve as a placeholder for cash crops to preserve soil moisture and health. He says the university is working in conjunction with farmer and benefactor Judge Jimmy Don Robinson.
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Full Article: Murray State Using Donated Farm for Cover Crop, Hemp Research | WKMS
Author: Ysabel Lavitz
Contact: WKMS
Photo Credit: Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Website: WKMS
Hutson School of Agriculture Dean Tony Brannon says projects on a portion of the farm are just the beginning of long-term research and development.
Brannon says the property’s primary function is cover crop research. Cover crops serve as a placeholder for cash crops to preserve soil moisture and health. He says the university is working in conjunction with farmer and benefactor Judge Jimmy Don Robinson.
News Moderator: Ron Strider 420 MAGAZINE ®
Full Article: Murray State Using Donated Farm for Cover Crop, Hemp Research | WKMS
Author: Ysabel Lavitz
Contact: WKMS
Photo Credit: Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Website: WKMS
