Growers using conservation practices such as no-till and cover crops are in better shape to weather El Nino this winter than conventional growers.

Twelve individuals were recognized for "exemplary leadership and innovation in agricultural production and education" during a ceremony on Oct. 26 at the White House.

The initial results from the Mitas PneuTrac concept field tests show the advantages of its larger footprint and better tractive force over standard but also IF agricultural tires. The footprint of the 600/65 R38 and 480/85R28 PneuTrac is significantly larger than a standard and VF-rated tire. Mitas is conducting field tests in Europe with a John Deere 6150R tractor mounted with 480/65 R28 PneuTrac on the front axle and 600/65 R38 PneuTrac on the rear.

Eric Lund, president of Veris Technologies, discusses the company’s new Implement Series (I-Series) soil sensing tool, which can attach to a tillage implement and reduce the cost of data collection, while creating a broader window to analyze field samples.

Eric Lund, president of Veris Technologies, discusses the company’s new Utility Series (U-Series) soil sensing tool, which measures both electrical soil conductivity and soil organic matter on the go, using less horsepower.

We had a chance to meet with Derek Bradeen and Martin Lunkenbein, with Camso (formerly known as Camoplast), at the 2015 Farm Progress Show to talk about the track manufacturer's plans for long-term growth. According to Bradeen and Lunkenbein, the company will continue to develop solutions beyond tractor tracks to other equipment used in the field, including planters, grain carts, sprayers, combines and more.

Early termination, inclusion of legume species and a little patience might be what’s needed to make green manures and cover crops work in the drier areas of the U.S. without dinging yields and profits.

Jason Warren, soil and water conservation specialist for Oklahoma State University Extension, discusses the soil-health aspect of the university’s ongoing cattle grazing study.

Cover crops are traditionally used as a soil-amending tool, but can also be viewed as a temporary pasture with a source of high-quality feed.