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Strip-Till Farmer Launches Webinar Series

July 8, 2017 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

Understanding the value of delivering diverse, yet targeted content to accommodate the mobility of today’s farmer, Strip-Till Farmer announces the launch of its webinar series.

Fertilizer Tweaks, Equipment Updates Yield More Success For Strip-Tillers

A commitment to strip-till and ongoing nitrogen application trials and timing reward Illinois strip-tillers Dan and Trent Sanderson

By Jack Zemlicka posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Equipment, Nutrient Management, Strip-Till Farming

When transitioning to strip-till, farmers may gradually adopt the practice, testing the system on a small number of acres and then expanding once they begin to see the benefits.

‘Wearable Technology’ Could Reshape Farm Decisions

Google Glass shows promise for hands-free crop scouting, machinery maintenance and training farm employees, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all platform — at least for now.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on July 1, 2014 | Posted in Equipment

When scouting corn and soybean plants on his family’s 1,300-acre farm near Higginsville, Mo., no-tiller Garrett Riekhof will document insect damage or leaf discoloration to share with his off-site agronomist and solicit feedback.

New Deere Row Units Put No-Tiller On The Fast Track

Kansas no-tiller Greg Smith sees improved corn stands in variable soils and higher soybean yields after testing John Deere’s high-speed ExactEmerge row units.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on June 1, 2014 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment

Veteran No-Tiller Greg Smith has obeyed the recommended 5 mph planting speed limit when no-tilling corn and soybeans to avoid jeopardizing accurate depth and spacing of seed.

Trial And Error Leads To Strip-Till Success

Switching to 30-inch corn, and experimentation with cover crops and strip-tilled soybeans, is showing a promising payback for Indiana strip-tiller Jason Wykoff.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

With the majority of their acres dedicated to seed corn, a crop that requires intense management, strip-tiller Jason Wykoff and his wife, Gretchan, can’t afford to waste time and money on unnecessary field passes.

Strip-Till, Precision Tools Create Better ‘Balance Sheet’

Investing in a two-pass system, fine-tuning fertility and technology helped Kratz Farms hike corn yields and improve overall efficiency.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on February 1, 2014 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

Farmers have many reasons for moving from conventional tillage to strip-till, whether it’s minimizing erosion, being more precise with inputs, building soil health or getting more bushels per acre.

Modern Irrigation, Less Tillage Makes Every Drop Of Water Count

With shrinking water supplies, no-till, strip-till and technology tools can conserve the precious resource and even boost crop yields.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on February 1, 2014 | Posted in Precision Agriculture, Water Management

Of all the elements involved in producing a healthy crop, water may be the most often taken for granted. Unlike fertilizer or seed, which are costly necessities, precipitation is free of charge.

No-Till And Strip-Till: The Best Of Both Worlds

Precision technology, cover crops and innovative equipment are helping Indiana no-tiller and strip-tiller Mike Shuter and sons get the most out of two different conservation-tillage systems.

By John Dobberstein and Jack Zemlicka posted on February 1, 2014 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture, Strip-Till Farming

The 1980s were difficult times for farmers, and it was no different for Mike Shuter and his family. Hoping to make due with less, they looked to no-till to reduce fuel, labor and expenses, with the hope of maintaining yields.

Variable Rate Technology Plants Seeds Of Profitability

Once they commit to the practice, no-tillers often find that managing planting populations on the go can cut seed costs and maximize yield.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on November 1, 2013 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Precision Agriculture

The global push to increase crop production and keep pace with population projections underlines the importance for no-tillers to make every seed count.

Fix-It List For Strip-Till Rigs Goes Beyond The Iron

Technology updates and assessing field conditions are becoming increasingly critical for successful strip-tilling in the spring or fall.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on November 1, 2013 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

Illinois strip-tiller Mike Bland admits that he’s a stickler when it comes to equipment maintenance.

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Sustainable Agriculture Summit Shines Light on No-Till, Strip Till & Cover Crops

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