In honor of Earth Day on April 22, we are highlighting four ways that farmer’s efforts help the environment.

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Crop Rotation

By planting different crops in the same field at different times, farmers help promote good soil health. Crop rotation positively impacts the environment in many ways, including reducing soil erosion, improving soil structure and helping to reduce water pollution and harmful greenhouse gas emissions.

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