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Farming systems

Research, news, and practices from the Center for Integrated Agriculture Systems about how farm resources interact within their agriculture environment.


For more information contact:

  • John Hendrickson
    Farm Viability Specialist

    1535 Observatory Drive, Madison, WI 53706

Types of farming systems

Farm viability

How to maintain soil health and crops used to slow erosion, improve soil health, and bring a host of other benefits to your farm.

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Beginning farmers

Opportunities for motivated individuals to educate themselves about pasture-based dairy and livestock farming.

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Labor and management

How to understand how farmers can better anticipate the amount and type of labor needed to attain their goals.

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Soil health and cover crops

How to maintain soil health and crops used to slow erosion, improve soil health, and bring a host of other benefits to your farm.

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Grazing and perennial systems

Ways to provide grassland that is suitable for pasture and crops that can be harvested year-after-year.

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Emerging crops

Types of crops that might be considered new, or help farmers diversify their business and farming goals.

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News

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Research