Rose, T.J., Parvin, S., Han, E., Condon, J., Flohr, B.M., Schefe, C., Rose, M.T. & Kirkegaard, J.A. (2022) Prospects for summer cover crops in southern Australian semi-arid cropping systems. Agricultural Systems 200 103415. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agsy.2022.103415
Highlights
- Evidence for benefits of cover crops in Mediterranean-type climates is lacking.
- Opportunities to sow cover crops over the hot dry summer period are limited.
- Cover crop water use may reduce yields of subsequent cash crops.
- Tactical use of summer cover crops in targeted situations may be warranted.