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  • From: <sunnfarm AT netscape.com>
  • To: "Market Farming" <market-farming AT lists.ibiblio.org>
  • Subject: Re: [Market-farming] length of rye allelopathy
  • Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:24:09 -0700

The allopathic effects of rye are spread throughout the root profile
deep tillage wont reduce it. The herbicidal effects of rye are greatly
exaggerated. I have never noticed any reduction of plant growth from rye
cover crops. I have seen all kinds of weeds growing in rye. Its always a
good idea to till under your rye before boot stage... Bob.
Sunny Meadow Farm
Bridgeton, NJ.



How long does the rye residue inhibit the sprouting of small seeded
crops? I could not get oats untreated this fall, so planted rye instead
but am concerned about the suppression factor for early crops. We have a
spader which can chop and incorporate pretty well if that is beneficial.

Scott



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