Noah Newman started at Lessiter Media in March 2022 as Associate Editor for No-Till Farmer, Strip-Till Farmer and Cover Crop Strategies. He previously worked in broadcast journalism as a sports anchor/reporter for television stations in central Illinois and most recently Jackson, Mississippi, where he was named the state’s sportscaster of the year by the National Sports Media Association. The Cleveland, Ohio, native enjoys engaging with growers, learning extensively about their operations, and sharing impactful stories with the audience.

Contact: nnewman@lessitermedia.com

Tackle No-Till Challenges with Innovative Solutions

Gregg Sauder, who went from self-proclaimed struggling farmer to founder of multiple ag tech companies, shares his philosophical approach to no-till success.

By Noah Newman posted on May 25, 2023 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment, Water Management

Before launching two revolutionary ag tech companies — Precision Planting and 360 Yield Center — Gregg Sauder was a struggling farmer who became an inventor out of necessity.

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No-Tiller Showcases Innovative Nutrient Application Tool at Field Day

By Noah Newman posted on May 19, 2023

In this episode of Conservation Ag Update, no-tiller Tim Recker showcases his innovative approach to nitrogen application at the “Making Big Decisions with Precision” field day event in Arlington, Iowa. View this story and more updates in our latest newscast. This episode of Conservation Ag Update is brought to you by Saddle Butte Ag Bio Till Cover Crops.

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No-Till Legend Reacts to Illinois Dust Storm Crash

By Noah Newman posted on May 5, 2023

In this episode of Conservation Ag Update, no-till legend Randall Reeder shares perspective on the dust storm crash in Illinois that was caused by extreme winds blowing dirt from tilled fields. View this story and more updates in our latest newscast. This episode of Conservation Ag Update is brought to you by Saddle Butte Ag Bio Till Cover Crops.

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Could No-Till Have Prevented Deadly Illinois Dust Storm?

By Noah Newman posted on May 4, 2023 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

No-till innovator and retired USDA soil scientist Don Reicosky says an incident like this should never happen in the Corn Belt, a region containing what he calls “the best soils in the world!"

Case IH & Strip-Till Company AGuru Machinery Announce New Partnership

By Noah Newman posted on May 4, 2023 | Posted in Equipment

CNH Industrial, parent company to Case IH has entered into an agreement with AGuru Machinery, a strip-till company based in Congerville, Ill. The announcement marks the latest big move in what's been a momentous 4-month stretch in the strip-till equipment market.

Maximize Sprayer Performance with Routine Maintenance

Experts explain how to avoid potential “landmines” & share tips for selecting the right nozzles.

By Noah Newman posted on April 26, 2023 | Posted in Equipment, Crop Protection

A routine maintenance check-up on your sprayer will help ensure efficient and effective applications this spring.

Boost Yields & Increase ROI with Locus Ag Biologicals

By Noah Newman posted on April 14, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Data shows Rhizolizer Duo boosts corn yields by an average of 7 bushels per acre, resulting in a $33 per acre return on investment, and cotton yields by 106 pounds per acre, resulting in a $91 ROI.

[Watch] Deere Demos FurrowVision Planter Upgrade, Autonomous Tractor & More

By Noah Newman posted on April 5, 2023 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture

John Deere showcased its new precision technology at the company's new demonstration farm in Austin, Texas.

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Gregg Sauder Reflects on his Journey from Struggling Farmer to Founder of 360 Yield Center

By Noah Newman posted on April 3, 2023 | Posted in Equipment

Gregg Sauder could be on a beach sipping a Mai Tai right now after selling Precision Planting for $250 million in 2012. But that’s just not in his DNA. An unrelenting drive and passion to help farmers succeed pushes him to keep grinding.

Fine-Tune Your Planter to Set Up for Successful Season

Precision Planting training session highlights the connection between planter maintenance & emergence, as well as the most overlooked area on the row unit that has the biggest impact on yield.

By Noah Newman posted on March 11, 2023 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment

Precision Planting product support specialist Clay Scott hosted a planter maintenance webinar to teach no-tillers how to set their planter up for success in 2023.

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