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Can Planting Green Can Help Manage Multiple-Resistant Waterhemp?

January 19, 2023 | Posted in Cover Crops, Crop Protection

For the past two years, we have been participating in a multi-regional U.S. Soybean Board funded experiment that is investigating the effects of planting green on no-till soybean production and management of multiple-resistant waterhemp populations.

No-Till, Cover Crops Protect Nebraska Farm from Weather Extremes

January 4, 2023 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District

Over the last 40 years, Dave and Dan Rech have been improving their farming operation in Butler County, Neb., by adding no-till, cover crops, terraces and tiled outlets, with the goal of reducing erosion.

5 Things Learned in 2022 That Will Impact How I Farm in 2023

Northwest Ohio no-tiller-turned-farm-broadcaster uncovers unique management practices and tips gleaned from other operations.

By Noah Newman posted on December 31, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Dusty Sonnenberg refers to himself as a first-generation farmer on a fifth-generation farm.

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What Cover Crops Should I Plant After Wheat?

By Jim Leverich posted on December 28, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops

Our latest Ask the Operator question asks for advice on planting cover crops after wheat harvest.

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Just Because You’ve Been Successfully No-Tilling & Seeding Cover Crops for 17 Years Doesn’t Mean You’ve Got to Forgo Cashing in on Carbon Sequestration Payments

By Frank Lessiter posted on December 27, 2022 | Posted in Soil Health

When it comes to carbon sequestration payments, the major frustration we hear from many no-tillers is that they don’t believe they’ll be accepted due to the “additionality” requirements of some programs.

Tackling Labor & Erosion Issues with No-Till, Strip-Till & Cover Crops

Northeast Ohio no-tiller cuts costs, boosts yields and improves soil health in 5 years.

By Noah Newman posted on November 30, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops

A sign that reads “Ohio Bicentennial Farm” stands outside Kris and Lacie Green’s house, honoring the family’s legacy in the village of Wakeman. Kris Green’s ancestors founded the operation known as Willow Brook Farm in 1817 after moving from Connecticut.

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Buffering the Soil with Long-Term Cover Cropping

Jeff Olson is protecting soil and improving water infiltration with a mixed bag of application methods and plenty of patience.

By Libby Wawzenek posted on November 4, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops

Jeff Olson isn’t afraid to step outside his comfort zone. A 5th-generation corn and soybean farmer in Winfield, Iowa, Olson attributes part of his willingness to take risks and try new things to his years of experience.

4 Tips to Plan Ahead for a Dry Year

By James Hoorman posted on November 3, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health, Water Management

The Midwest is dry and experiencing drought problems, especially the Mississippi river with reduced barge traffic. Many no-tillers want to know what is the probability of a drought next year?

NASS Survey: Farmers Adopt No-Till, Conservation Practices When Confident in Success

By Brian O'Connor posted on November 1, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Water Management

The NASS and the Natural Resources Conservation Service surveyed about 34,000 producers between May and September 2022. Of that number, about 84% said they had implemented conservation tillage practices, the second-highest reported conservation practice.

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