Home / Topics / Soil Health

Soil Health
RSS

Gain Soil Health Benefits, Extra Income by Grazing Cover Crops

Extending the grazing season either later into the fall and early winter or starting earlier in the spring can be a cost savings for livestock producers, while also improving soil health.

November 27, 2019 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Grazing livestock in the fall is a well-known method for livestock producers to go a few weeks longer without having to resort to feeding their stored hay and forage

Liquid Calcium Study Shows Little pH Effect

First-year results from a new Oklahoma study on the use of liquid calcium on bermudagrass pasture yielded no statistical differences in pH levels when compared with traditional liming agents.

By Dan Crummett posted on November 26, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Several years ago, No-Till Farmer posted on its web site a university article titled “Beware of Alternative Ag Lime Product Claims” and received a number of reader comments complaining the science behind the article was wrong.

How Much Do You Really Know About Soil Health?

November 21, 2019 | Posted in Soil Health

A thriving, healthy soil can sprout productive and environmentally sound crops, but do you know the warning signs requiring corrective action? To test your soil health knowledge, No-Till Farmer created a 10-question quiz. Take the quiz and we’ll send you a copy of your quiz results and a FREE copy of the 19-page eGuide, “A Simple Guide to Healthier Soils & More Profitable Yields.”

Farmers Learn the Science of Soil Health at Clemson Conference

November 16, 2019 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Clemson University

Healthy crops begin with healthy soil and researchers with Clemson University’s Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program recently held a conference to teach farmers how they can benefit from keeping their soils fit.

Cover Crop Corner: Giving Thanks for Cover Crops

We have many blessings to count when it comes to cover crops.

November 14, 2019 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: Grassland Oregon

As we count our blessings during the lead-up to Thanksgiving, cover crops are something that should be on every agricultural producer’s and consumer’s list.

Sponsored Content: Focusing on Smarter, Sustainable Fertilizing Strategies

Planter Fertilizer: When Starters Don’t Start, what Does the Research Say?

By Dr. Jerry Wilhm posted on November 13, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

The theory in using starter fertilizer is that it gets the plant growing faster after emergence and that rapid establishment will enable better yield. However, some experts believe a faster start doesn’t necessarily mean a higher yield.

Sponsored Content: Focusing on Smarter, Sustainable Fertilizing Strategies

Understanding Soil Health: Quality, Degradation and Functionality

November 13, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Agricultural practices like no-till farming, increasing crop diversity, the inclusion of cover crops, application of microbial products and composting, are all proven ways to put carbon back into the soil.

Sponsored Content: Focusing on Smarter, Sustainable Fertilizing Strategies

What is My Soil Test Report Telling Me?

By John Leif posted on November 13, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Information on soil tests are essential to understanding the condition of the soil and how to determine nutrient recommendations, says field agronomy manager John Leif.

USDA Invites Input on Conservation Stewardship Program Rule

November 12, 2019 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health, Water Management

Source: USDA

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) seeks public comments on its interim final rule for the Conservation Stewardship Program, which includes changes to the program prescribed by the 2018 Farm Bill.

Drier, Colder Weather Now, but Storms Likely in Late November

November 12, 2019 | Posted in Soil Health, Water Management

Source: University of Nebraska Extension

Cold, dry weather this week may give way to warmer weather and storms later in the month, says a climatologist from Nebraska.

Current Issue

No-Till Farmer

Get full access NOW to the most comprehensive, powerful and easy-to-use online resource for no-tillage practices. Just one good idea will pay for your subscription hundreds of times over.

Subscribe Now

5 Takeaways After 35 Years of No-Tilling

How Weeds Handle the Drought

5 Ways No-Till, Covers Hold Soil Moisture

Must Read Free Eguides

Download these helpful knowledge building tools

Sustainable Agriculture Summit Shines Light on No-Till, Strip Till & Cover Crops

During the Sustainable Agriculture Summit in Minneapolis, Minn., Carrie Vollmer-Sanders, the president of Field to Market who also farms in Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio, shared why it is important for no-tillers and strip-tillers to share their knowledge with other farmers.

Top Directory Listings

Needham Ag Technologies, LLC

Needham Ag understands the role of technology in making better use of limited resources within a specific environment by drawing on a wealth of global experience to overcome the challenges facing today's farmers, manufacturers and dealers.

Titan International, Inc

Titan offers a full line of wheels, tires and undercarriage products for a wide variety of off-the-road equipment.

The Andersons PureGrade

The Andersons grows enduring relationships through extraordinary service, a deep knowledge of the market, and a knack for finding new ways to add value as we have done for nearly 70 years.

Soil Health
RSS

Gain Soil Health Benefits, Extra Income by Grazing Cover Crops

Liquid Calcium Study Shows Little pH Effect

How Much Do You Really Know About Soil Health?

Farmers Learn the Science of Soil Health at Clemson Conference

Cover Crop Corner: Giving Thanks for Cover Crops

Planter Fertilizer: When Starters Don’t Start, what Does the Research Say?

Understanding Soil Health: Quality, Degradation and Functionality

What is My Soil Test Report Telling Me?

USDA Invites Input on Conservation Stewardship Program Rule

Drier, Colder Weather Now, but Storms Likely in Late November

Top Articles

Current Issue

No-Till Farmer

5 Takeaways After 35 Years of No-Tilling

How Weeds Handle the Drought

5 Ways No-Till, Covers Hold Soil Moisture

Must Read Free Eguides

Videos

Sustainable Agriculture Summit Shines Light on No-Till, Strip Till & Cover Crops

Needham Ag Technologies, LLC

Titan International, Inc

The Andersons PureGrade

Soil Health RSS

Top Articles

Current Issue

Must Read Free Eguides

Videos

Soil Health
RSS