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Cover Crops Could Replace Applied Nitrogen

May 30, 2010 | Posted in Cover Crops

Cover crops incorporated into a continuous no-till field crop rotation can produce enough nitrogen to complement, or in some cases, replace corn nitrogen fertilizer applications, according to long-term Ohio State University Extension research.

What’s The Payback On Precision Ag?

Researcher studies the value of lightbars, universal and integrated auto-steering and seed row shutoff clutches, as well other intangibles of precision technology

By Dan Zinkland posted on May 1, 2010 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

It makes sense to scrutinize the financial returns of precision ag technology costs, says Matt Darr, an Iowa State University ag engineer. But Darr says farmers continually remind him about the intangible benefits of using these tools that in many cases are just as important as dollars-and-cents justification.

Find That Happy Place With Spray Tips

Selecting the right spray nozzle for each application can help improve a no-tiller’s bottom-line profits by 8% or more

By Martha Ostendorf posted on May 1, 2010 | Posted in Equipment, Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture

Picking the proper spray tip requires walking a fine line between good coverage and drift control.

Keep Yields From Cooling Off

Cover crops can offset the major causes of yield drag in fields making the transition to no-till and improve the soil biology of fields lacking crop and residue diversity

By Martha Ostendorf posted on May 1, 2010 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

If you had to scavenge for food from Thanksgiving to Easter, chances are you wouldn’t be very productive and may not survive. The same is true of soil microbes.

No-Till Briefs

May 1, 2010 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection

No-tillers should be cautious about planting corn 2 inches deep or more, says Barry Fisher, Indiana state agronomist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service

Video: How To Scout For Slug Eggs

April 13, 2010 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101

Source: http://entomology.osu.edu

As we get into mid- and late April, the time is upon us to begin searching for slug eggs in no-till fields that have had previous problems.

Ways To Increase Corn, Soybean Profits

March 22, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection

Based on the USDA’s farm income and profitability projections for the year, Cornbelt farmers are going to need some help saving money so they can make ends meet.

A Well-Rounded Diet Of No-Till Topics

Record conference attendance for Des Moines producers great exchanges on high-powered issues like cover crops, fertility, equipment setups and soil biology

By Dan Zinkland posted on March 1, 2010 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

After days of cold weather engulfed the Corn Belt, Mother Nature relented and blessed the National No-Tillage Conference in Des Moines, Iowa, with warmer temperatures and great travel conditions.

Take Precautions Handling Moldy Grain

February 23, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: http://ohioline.osu.edu/atts/modules.html

Moldy corn grain is not only harmful to livestock, but it can be unhealthy for farmers as well. As a result, farmers should take extra safety precautions as they manage their stored corn this winter.

Tricks To Reduce Ear Mold In Corn

February 16, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection

There may not be much corn growers can do to prevent the spread of ear molds and mycotoxins if weather conditions are right for development, as was the case in 2009. However, there are some production practices they can follow to help reduce the risk.

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