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Illinois State Studies CoverCress

Sedbrook’s work has resulted in genetically modified pennycress the produces seeds that can be used for biofuel and the seed remnants can be added to meal to feed animals. As with typical cover crops such as cereal rye, CoverCress suppresses weeds and captures nutrients, but it also is an income opportunity of about $50 per acre, based on an average grain yield of 1,500 pounds per acre…