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Cooperation Benefits No-Tillers, Watershed

Indiana no-tillers and researchers are working to reduce nutrient runoff, boost subsurface drainage in a key environmental hotspot

By John Dobberstein posted on February 1, 2011 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Water Management

Mike Starkey admits being a little worried when researchers showed up on his farm in Brownsburg, Ind., 4 years ago, asking for permission to monitor the tile outlets leading from his fields.

No-Tillers Finding New Ways To ‘Cover Up’

High-clearance seeding machines, injection with slurry highlight strategies popping up for cover-crop establishment.

By Martha Mintz posted on February 1, 2011 | Posted in Cover Crops, Equipment

Cover crops are going mainstream in production agriculture, which means more people are working to make them succeed.

Sudden Death Syndrome Takes Toll On Soybean Crop

Compaction, early planting dates, excessive rain and soil imbalances just some of the factors that combine to increase problems in no-till soybeans.

By Dan Zinkland posted on October 1, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection, Soil Health

Compaction, earlier planting, susceptible varieties, a major biological reaction and excessive rain have all played a role in creating huge problems with Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) in soybeans this year, says Bob Streit, a crop consultant and owner of Central Iowa Agronomics in Boone, Iowa.

Strip-Till Improves Water Infiltration

August 13, 2010 | Posted in Water Management

Water infiltrates up to four times more quickly in strip-tilled vs. directed-seed and conventional, full-width tillage in corn and cotton grown at the Stiles Foundation Farm in Texas.

Strip-Till Shorts For May 28, 2010, Strip-Till Strategies

May 12, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Purdue University

Strip-tillers from South Dakota and Iowa explain why they strip-till and Purdue University scientists summarize their work on the response of strip-tilled corn to deep-banding versus broadcasting phosphate and potash.

Alberta No-Till Agency Leaves Legacy Report

October 8, 2009

One last report from the Alberta agency that spearheaded reduced-tillage farming in the province summarizes the benefits and costs for farmers seen during the move to no-till systems.

Perennial Cover Crops Could Aid Biofuel Production

September 23, 2009 | Posted in Cover Crops

Perennial groundcovers' root systems may contribute enough carbon to the soil to offset the loss of carbon when stover is removed.

28 Winning No-Till Fertility Tips

Three veteran no-tillers, crop consultant offer proven ideas to use nutrients more effectively.

By Mark Moore posted on June 1, 2009

Fertilizer is likely a no-tiller’s most costly input. But managed properly, it can provide one of the best returns.

Consider Gypsum Applications To Improve No-Till Soil Structure

Benefits could include better aeration and water infiltration and less crusting, leading to enhanced crop emergence and stronger roots.

By Ron Perszewski posted on February 1, 2006 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Gypsum applications on no-till fields could decrease surface crusting while improving aeration and water infiltration, thus aiding crop emergence, according to Warren Dick, an Ohio State University soil scientist.

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Moisture Levels Tied To Tiles And Lime

Check out these No-Till Farmer message board opinions about the connection between water problems and calcium levels. More drainage tips and ideas are available at www.no-tillfarmer.com.

December 1, 2003 | Posted in Water Management

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