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Frankly Speaking

Hey AGCO, Don’t Forget North America

By Frank Lessiter posted on December 7, 2024 | Posted in Equipment

While AGCO seemingly has good intentions when it comes to promoting conservation practices, it also looks like they have little interest in promoting numerous soil-saving concepts in North America.

What I've Learned From No-Tilling

Switching From Cows to Crops Brings Growth in No-Tilled Fields

Retiring the dairy operations freed these Michigan no-tillers to dig deeper into their cropping systems to maximize performance

November 22, 2024 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

After decades of mostly straight-forward no-till, now cover crops, strategic rotations and data-driven action are building success.

Best of the Web

No-Till Highlights: Nov. 21, 2024

November 21, 2024

No-Till Farmer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at the grower's realm from the lofty digital realm. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web.

Best of the Web

No-Till Highlights: Oct. 10, 2024

October 10, 2024

Proper Equipment Crucial for Growing No-Till Hemp

No-Till Legend Steve Groff shares lessons learned from 5 years of no-till hemp management

By Mackane Vogel posted on October 10, 2024 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment

No-Till Legend Steve Groff first took an interest in growing hemp back in 1999. At that time, it was illegal in his home state of Pennsylvania and still would be for another 20 years.

Your No-Till History

When Equipment Firms Hated No-Till

Widespread acceptance of no-till from equipment companies didn't happen overnight

By Frank Lessiter posted on October 9, 2024 | Posted in Equipment

Today’s no-tillers can choose from a variety of planters, drills and air seeders not only from shortline manufacturers, but the major equipment companies as well. That wasn’t always the case. The No-Till History series is made possible by Calmer Corn Heads.

Efficiency Proves Key for Unpredictable Harvest Season

Conservation Ag Operator Fellow & No-Till Living Legend Ray McCormick highlights his innovative cover crop, harvest & high-yield strategies

By Mackane Vogel posted on October 8, 2024 | Posted in Cover Crops, Equipment, Residue Management

As harvest season approaches in Vincennes, Ind., the region brings unique challenges for growers in the area. For Ray McCormick, this is nothing he hasn’t dealt with before.

Farm Safety Week

5 Ways to Reduce Mental Fatigue on the Farm

By Erin Hightower posted on September 20, 2024

Farming requires daily problem-solving: operators, equipment managers, and farm owners are often asked to make informed decisions within a short period. How can they mindfully manage their mental load?

News Release

See & Spray Customers See 59% Average Herbicide Savings in 2024

September 18, 2024 | Posted in Equipment, Crop Protection, Precision Agriculture

To put that into perspective, these savings are the equivalent of 12 Olympic-sized swimming pools over an area larger than the state of Rhode Island.

How Are You Getting the Job Done with Today's Extra-Wide Combine Headers?

By Noah Newman posted on September 3, 2024 | Posted in Equipment, Residue Management

Recognizing the enormous value of getting stalks, straw and chaff across the full width of the combine header, we asked readers in the No-Till Farmer email discussion group — how are you getting the job done with today’s extra-wide 40 to 60-foot headers? Check out the responses here.

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SIMA 2017 Focuses on Long-Term Sustainability

With more than 1,700 companies from 42 different countries, the SIMA International Agribusiness Show emphasized methods and machinery designed to improve long-term sustainability. Here are some new products featured at the event. For more details on these products and other highlights, keep an eye out for the May 2017 issue of No-Till Farmer magazine.

Videos

Ponds, Panels, Pollinators: No-Till Innovator Takes Conservation to Next Level

On this edition of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by CultivAce, No-Till Farmer’s Conservation Ag Operator Fellow, Ray McCormick, showcases how he’s taking conservation ag to the next level in Vincennes, Ind., with ponds, solar panels, duck hunting and more.

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