By adopting certain agriculture practices like no-till, farmers can not only help protect the environment and reduce operating costs, but also create a new income stream by selling carbon offset credits on a carbon market.

Sulfur deficiency in Indiana crops is more common today than years ago because, in part, sulfur deposition from coal-fired power plants has been reduced. 

No-Till Farmer is currently seeking nominations of no-tillers and strip-tillers for the 15th class of the Conservation Ag Stewardship Program. Three growers will be awarded and recognized during the 31st annual National No-Tillage Conference in St. Louis, Mo., Jan. 10-13, 2023.

The key to gaining the economic value from manure nutrients is the rate at which manure is applied and more.

Nutrient value can depend on the season, management practice, time of harvest, location, and what part of the plant is being removed.