Emerging Tools For Evaluating Soils Could Change How You Farm

Improved electromagnetic sensors and on-the-go software yield 3-D maps of soil profiles that may help no-tillers fine-tune field management decisions.

By Jim Leverich posted on September 1, 2012 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

We've been using precision technologies, such as yield monitors and variable-rate application, for more than a decade to help us fine-tune management practices and improve our production methods and profitability

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Scouting After Harvest Can Boost 2011 Yield Prospects

No-tillers can improve their field management by examining stands and residue levels, and identifying fertility issues that impacted their recently harvested fields.

By Jim Leverich posted on December 1, 2010 | Posted in Residue Management, Soil Health, Water Management

After harvest is over, there are several things no-tillers should evaluate in their fields to fine-tune their management practices for next year.

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