Lucas Criswell isn’t afraid to try new things for the benefit of his soils, crops, and ultimately profits. So when he learned that Penn State University entomologist John Tooker’s work suggested that neonicotinoid seed treatments may have negative effects on beneficial insects, he decided to make a change.

If you’ve been relying on the corn stalk nitrate test (CSNT) to evaluate and adjust your nitrogen (N) program, you may want to think again, one recent study suggests.

It’s well known that the ability of no-tilled soils to retain more moisture can pay off in drought years, but the practice can also beat out conventional tillage when there’s too much water.

Harvest is well underway in many areas, but before you call the season quits, consider doing your soil sampling.

There’s a risk that running heavy harvesting equipment in wet conditions will result in soil compaction. Considering compaction can cost you 5-10% in yield, it’s a good idea to avoid it when possible.

Despite how affordable it is, some argue the impact anhydrous ammonia has on soil health is costing you more than you think.

If you’ve struggled with getting residue to decay, consider the factors that control the residue breakdown process and some ideas for helping it along.