Productive topics are consistently on the agenda for attendees at the annual no-till event, debuting in Wichita, Kan., for the first time in 2018.

Ever wonder what cows are doing when we're not looking? Watch this cow's-eye-view of cows exploring and chowing down on a cover crop. Cover crops are an exceptional farming tool to build soil health, stop erosion and retain soil moisture. As it turns out, cows are very fond of covers, too.

Alan Mindemann hasn’t chosen to include livestock on his operation, but is working with a partner to add grazing to his farm in hopes of receiving some of the benefits.

Rich Collins, of Collins Farm in Dixon, Calif., discusses his use of cover crops in restoring soil health and his participation in the California Farm Demonstration Network.

Producers can advance their soil health efforts by attending upcoming summer events presented by No-till on the Plains.

A long-term study by the University of Nebraska concludes that compaction from grazing livestock doesn't have any effect on crop yields.

A 7-year USDA study found that relatively low-level grazing does not compact the soil or significantly affect the amount of soil organic matter.

Turning cattle out on corn stover is a great way to utilize crop residue and extend grazing season, but growers need to be mindful of potential dangers.