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Bucking No-Till Tradition with Compost, Continuous Cropping

Compost extract, crop rotation & spoon-fed nutrients are key to Franck Groeneweg’s efforts to boost soil livestock on the venerable former Wheat Montana farm

By John Dobberstein posted on December 23, 2024 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Nutrient Management

Throughout his farming career, which has spanned from France to Canada to the U.S., Franck Groeneweg’s goal has been making his family’s farm operation better.

Understanding Soil Organic Matter Changes

By Jerry Grigar posted on April 30, 2024 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: USDA

Both commercial and part-time farmers acknowledge the great value of soil organic matter. Unfortunately, few understand the extend of change in soil that can be accomplished even when good management practices are followed.

How Soil Life Contributes to Soil Health

By Katja Koehler-Cole and Carolina Córdova posted on April 1, 2024 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Microbes, nutrients and other natural processes work together to create healthy soil for optimum crop growth.

7 Strategies to Help No-Tillers Prepare for Hotter & Drier Weather

By Chris Clark posted on January 28, 2024 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection

Source: Wisconsin Agriculturist

Midwestern states do not typically deal with a lack of rainfall, but the trend for short-term drought is increasing. Drought creates yield and quality issues for crops. Here are management changes that could help during dry conditions.

Comparing Weed Control Options for Conventional & Organic No-Till

All farmers have a unique set of circumstances that influence the specific production practices they implement on their farms, whether that be an organic, conventional or GMO production systems.

February 1, 2023 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Purdue University

All farmers have a unique set of circumstances that influence the specific production practices they implement on their farms, whether that be an organic, conventional or GMO production systems.

Building Soil Biology Boosts No-Till Goals, Fights Drought

By Brian O'Connor posted on November 2, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Wayne Volkl, co-owner of SWJ Consulting, says no-tillers need to focus on fungi, the most efficient piece of the biological puzzle, when building their soil biology.

No Stone Unturned in Quest for Healthy Soils

Northwest Ohio no-tiller solves soil health puzzle with plant diversity, cover crops and heavy focus on water quality.

By Noah Newman posted on October 24, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment, Residue Management, Soil Health

One of the first things you’ll notice when pulling up to Les Seiler’s house is the personalized license plate on his car, with the letters “NO TIL.” Before you even shake the jovial farmer’s hand, it’s clear how enthusiastic he is about conservation ag, specifically soil health.

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No-Tiller Hopeful for Summer Barley Harvest in UK

September 19, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment, Residue Management, Nutrient Management

Source: Farmers Weekly

Merseyside, UK grower Olly Harrison talks about his second, summer, barley crop, minimal inputs, residue management and more in a 20-acre sandy field. The No-Till Passport series is brought to you by Martin Industries.

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Soil Biology and Its Role in Improving Crop Production [Webinar]

September 7, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

In this webinar, Soil Regen founder Liz Haney and Wayne E. Volkl of SWJ Consulting discusses the role of soil biology in improving nutrient cycling, plant health and crop production. They explore how improving soil biology and soil health through regenerative ag practices can improve the ROI of farmers.

Increasing Organic Matter Helps Improve Soil Health

South Dakota no-tiller Dan Forgey utilizes high residue crops, livestock grazing to better cycle nutrients and boost organic matter.

By Libby Wawzenek posted on September 3, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

With every decision Dan Forgey makes about the farm he manages in central South Dakota, one thing is top of mind.

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On this edition of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by CultivAce, No-Till Farmer’s Conservation Ag Operator Fellow, Ray McCormick, showcases how he’s taking conservation ag to the next level in Vincennes, Ind., with ponds, solar panels, duck hunting and more.

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