“I&J Roller Crimpers — Built in America. Proven in the Field

• Without herbicides: Reduces or complements the use of glyphosate or other chemical termination methods.
• Used when herbicide resistance is a concern or when limiting herbicide use is desired.

• The mulch layer from the crimped cover crop blocks sunlight and physically suppresses weeds.
• Can delay or reduce the number of herbicide passes.

• The mulch layer retains soil moisture by reducing evaporation.
• Especially helpful in dryland or semi-arid regions.

• Crimped residue forms a protective barrier against wind and water erosion.
• Important for slope land and row crops in areas prone to runoff.

• Keeps soil temperatures cooler in the summer and warmer in early spring by insulating the soil surface.
• Improves seed germination conditions in certain climates.

Adds biomass to the field, which over time increases organic matter—even under conventional systems.

• Allows for one-pass planting and termination when mounted in front of a planter or on a separate tractor.
• Saves labor, fuel, and time by combining tasks.

Creates a flat, consistent surface for planters, especially helpful when seeding cash crops directly into crimped residue.

A healthy mulch layer can support beneficial insects and reduce pest pressure by improving biodiversity and crop residue coverage.

• Crimped cover crops help hold nutrients in place, especially nitrogen from prior fertilizer applications.
• Reduces the risk of nutrient leaching into waterways.

• Organic: Main method to kill cover crops without herbicides.
• Conventional: Used alongside herbicides to reduce rates or application timing.

• Organic: Depends on mulch to suppress weeds—no herbicides used.
• Conventional: Reduces need for pre-emerge sprays; helps delay weed growth.

• Organic: Keeps soil moist for seedlings—especially important without irrigation.
• Conventional: Helps retain moisture in dryland or water-limited areas.

• Organic: Prevents wind and water erosion on no-till ground.
• Conventional: Supports soil conservation practices and NRCS programs like EQIP/CSP.

• Organic: Keeps soil temperatures stable for better germination.
• Conventional: Protects young plants from heat or drought stress.

• Organic: Adds critical carbon and biomass back into soil—no tillage.
• Conventional: Still adds biomass, though often used with some tillage.

• Organic: Cuts down on fuel, chemical, and fertilizer costs.
• Conventional: May reduce overall passes and chemical inputs.

• Organic: Crimps and plants in one pass—saves time and prevents compaction.
• Conventional: Can combine with strip-till or planter setups to save trips.

• Organic: Core tool in regenerative, no-spray, no-till farming systems.
• Conventional: Works alongside soil health goals without needing full system change.

• Organic: Required tool to meet organic standards (no synthetic sprays).
• Conventional: Not required, but helps with conservation or carbon market eligibility.