Nebraska farm through generations to focus on soil health, cover crops

Kerry Hoffschneider
Dec 6, 2022
Dec 6, 2022

McCoy 3.jpg — Forward thinking and trying different techniques is encouraged by Vance McCoy, who is conducting an experiment on 25 acres of irrigated corn.
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In the 1880s, William McCoy settled in Nebraska. Later on, Vance McCoy’s father was named after his grandpa. Today, McCoy’s grandson has William as his namesake, as well.

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McCoy 1.jpg — The family of Vance McCoy lives on the family farm near Elsie, Neb., that has been passed down through the generations.
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McCoy 2.jpg — Vance McCoy found a passion for soil health and regenerative agriculture. He began Triple Creek Cover Crops in addition to his farming business.
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Kerry Hoffschneider can be reached at editorial@midwestmessenger.com.