Pires Lab
Soil Health and Cover Crop Research
Advancing agricultural sustainability through research on soil health, cover crops, nutrient cycling, and resilient cropping systems in the Northern Great Plains and beyond.
What We Study
Our lab investigates how management practices influence soil health, nutrient dynamics, crop performance, and agricultural sustainability. We are especially interested in cover crops, residue management, and resilient production systems.
Research
Learn more about our work on soil processes, cover crops, nutrient cycling, and sustainable cropping systems.
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