Kerry, a Saskatchewan agronomist north of Saskatoon, explains why cover crops are not just a conservation trend but a practical tool for profitability, water management, and long term soil health, from small scale observations to full field impact.

We dig into what cover crops are, how they differ from intercropping, and how keeping a living root in the soil can improve water infiltration, reduce weeds, and ease compaction. Kerry also breaks down what this looks like on farm, from companion crops like red clover to the realities of time, equipment, and return on investment.

The conversation touches on trust, skepticism, and the pressures farmers face, along with the bigger picture of building resilient systems that work with nature, not against it.

Hosted by: Michelle Brass
Produced by: Maddie Gould

Note: Audio quality varies slightly in this episode, but the conversation is well worth the listen.

The Bridge to Land Water Sky living lab is part of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s nationwide network of living labs, under the Agricultural Climate Solutions – Living Labs program. Each living lab brings together farmers, scientists and other partners to develop and improve on-farm solutions that will help store carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address other environmental issues – such as soil health, water quality and biodiversity.

Hosted by: Michelle Brass
Produced by: Maddie Gould