Explore the Suite of Decision Support Tools

Decision Support Tools (DSTs) are created to provide clarity and guidance to farmers, agricultural consultants, extention agents, and others across the U.S. The information is provided by data collected through PSA research efforts and disseminated to the growers via the regional Cover Crop Councils.

Cover Crop Species Selector

Use the Cover Crop Species Selector to narrow down which cover crops might work for you. Developed in partnership with the regional Cover Crop Councils.

This program will help growers determine seeding rates for their cover crop mixes. Developed in partnership with the regional Cover Crop Councils.

Cover Crop Seeding Rate Calculator

Cover Crop Nitrogen Calculator

This calculator aids farmers with decision support regarding cover crop residue persistence, as well as the amount and timing of nitrogen availability.

This program helps growers understand the impact of cover crops on profitability when making crop management changes.

Cover Crop Economic Decision Tool

Check out the regional U.S. Cover Crop Councils