Western Iowa no-tiller Kelly Garrett’s focus on soil conservation, sustainability and innovation has led to multiple first-place finishes in the NCGA High Yield Contest. Garrett is also the first farmer in the U.S. to sell carbon credits to a corporate buyer, and is a Field to Market Farmer of the Year. The 6th-generation farmer details the money-making principles behind his 100% no-till system and explains why “balancing the soil” is the no. 1 priority on his 7,000-acre farm — and should be for you as well.
You’ll Learn: Why calcium needs to be considered a macronutrient, benefits of plant sap testing, opportunities in the carbon market & much more!
The 33rd Annual National No-Tillage Conference returns to Louisville on Jan. 7-10, 2025. Whether you're new to no-till or refining your system, this event delivers fast-paced learning from top no-till farmers, agronomists and experts. With over 12 General Sessions, 23 expert-led Classrooms and 34 Roundtables to choose from, plus opportunities to earn pesticide recertification and CCA credits, the 2025 No-Till Conference is a must-attend event for anyone looking to enhance their no-till farming practices.
View the full speaker agenda and topics here.
For more information about the 2025 National No-Tillage Conference, to register for the event and to book your hotel room visit no-tillfarmer.com/nntc. Use code SPEAKER50 for $50 off your registration.
The Conference extends its thanks to our 2025 sponsors: Precision Planting, Ag Leader, Montag, Martin-Till, Yetter, Bio Till Cover Crops, ForGround by Bayer, Copperhead Ag, The Andersons Plant Nutrient Group, HORSCH, Titan International, Midwest Bio-Tech, Vulcan Equipment, CLAAS, Apache Sprayers and Environmental Tillage Systems (ETS)
Kelly Garrett, from Arion, Iowa, is a progressive farmer renowned for his no-tillage operation spanning 7,000 acres in western Iowa. His farm specializes in growing corn, soybeans, and winter wheat, utilizing innovative techniques to prioritize soil conservation and yield stability. Garrett's dedication to excellence has earned him numerous accolades, including top yield honors in no-till irrigated farming from the National Corn Growers Association, he placed nationally in this contest in 2019, 2021, and 2023. His commitment to sustainable practices and outstanding agricultural stewardship was recognized in 2024, Garrett was a finalist for the 2024 Top Producer of the Year and in 2022 he was named Farmer of the Year by Field to Market, an organization focused on advancing sustainable agriculture. Driven by a passion for sharing knowledge and fostering innovation within the farming community, Garrett co-founded XtremeAg. This platform serves as a hub for progressive farmers across the nation, facilitating the exchange of ideas and strategies to enhance agricultural practices. Garrett's commitment to regenerative agriculture is evident in the launch of Regenerative Roots Solutions. Combining RRS with the XtremeAg’s Soil Health initiative, Garrett aims to further promote soil health practices and advance the adoption of regenerative agricultural techniques among farmers nationwide.
