Part 1: The History of No-Till
Frank Lessiter discusses the 1962 origin of no-till farming in Herndon, Kentucky with Harry Young Jr.’s son, grandson and great-grandson.
Part 2: No-Till Farming – 1962 to Present
John Young explains the components of a modern no-till planter and how it differs from the first no-till planter and the inventors from Western Kentucky that helped make no-till farming what it is today.
Part 3: The Future of No-Till Farming
The Young family discusses the future of no-till farming and what they believe the future of farming looks like for their farm.
This video series is brought to you by Martin Industries.
Since 1991, Martin Industries has designed, manufactured and sold leading agriculture equipment across the U.S. and Canada. Known for Martin-Till planter attachments, the company has expanded to include a five-step planting system, closing wheel systems, twisted drag chains, fertilizer openers and more in their lineup. Their durable and reliable planter attachments are making it possible for more and more farmers to plant into higher levels of residue.
