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These fields were planted to cover crops last fall with the goal of reducing soil erosion and taking up excess nitrogen. Reducing erosion is an important step in improving Iowa's water quality. Planting cover crops is a proven and practical way to help reduce the loss of nitrogen and phosphorus into the state's waterways. 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The exchange took place at a special April 26 side event during a session of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization's executive Council. READ MORE <http://strongmail1.multiview.com/track?type=click&eas=1&mailingid=2204654&messageid=2204654&databaseid=Mailing.DS204654.2204654.187509&serial=17720453&[log in to unmask]&userid=76865145&targetid=&fl=&extra=MultivariateId=&&&2083&&&http://multibriefs.com/ViewLink.php?i=5909d997bff89> TRENDING ARTICLES ------------------------------ Missed last week's issue? 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