5 Principles of Soil Health
Rainfall is one thing landowners cannot control. That’s the bad news. But, here’s the good news. The amount of rainfall is not the determining factor when it comes to soil health. Rather, it’s the rainfall retained that truly makes a difference. Here are the 5 principles to help maximize every drop of moisture and optimize […]
Nurse Crops | Protecting Plants as They Establish in Reclamation Projects
Hello Nurse Crop Nurse crops have been used for years, but often are overlooked during the planning process of reclamation seeding. Perennial grasses and forbs are aided by nurse crops because they offer protection as the plants establish. A properly planned nurse crop aids in erosion control, creates a wind break for young seedlings, […]
Re-establishing Native Vegetation
Part 1: Selecting Your Seed and Seeding Rate Many of our customers look to our pasture seed for erosion control. For us at Bamert Seed, this is a chance to do one of the things we love most: helping people. As Reclamation Specialists, we enjoy the opportunity to help customers select the best pasture seed […]
Don’t Waste Money on Cheap Seed: How to Get the Most Out of Your ROW Seed and Reclamation Revegetation
When undertaking a reclamation, right of way (ROW), or construction project, not all seed will meet your goal. The wrong seed or cheapest seed fails to address the biggest concerns during and after construction : Erosion control Hydrology restoration of the site Re-establishment of vegetation The effects of subpar ROW seed result in wasted time […]