Planning for the 2026 Growing Season

BY: Skye Root
POSTED: January 9, 2026
IN: General
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As we look ahead to the 2026 growing season, soil improvement opportunities deserve a closer look. Consider implementing the following practices in your 2026 plan:

  • Know your soil: Since soil is a living system, looking at factors such as nutrient cycling, water retention and understanding crop resilience can make a huge difference in harvest outcomes.
  • Cover crops: Utilizing cover crops can reduce erosion, build organic matter and improve soil structure.
  • Crop rotations: Instituting crop rotations can improve nutrient efficiency, support soli biology, and increase long term yields.
  • Soil biologicals: These can boost microbial activity, improve nutrient uptake, and enhance crop quality.

These aren’t one-size-fits-all solutions. The most successful operations build soil strategies that fit their ground, their crops, and their long-term goals.

Planning today can help set the foundation for healthier fields and stronger land value tomorrow.

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