Published Dec 22, 2025

Local Support for Farmers Adopting Cover Crops With Mike Paustian of Hickory Grove Cover Crop
By Practical Farmers of Iowa

Mike Paustian and his family grow 1,400 acres of row crops, including corn and soybeans, using 100% no-till and cover crops. With more than 15 years of experience using cover crops, the Paustian family serves Scott County, Iowa, by providing quality seed and expert guidance through their business, Hickory Grove Cover Crop.

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