Everyone's heard seed salesman say that almost every corn hybrid will perform well with any type of tillage. While more seed companies are finally admitting that cold vigor, residue level, germination rate and a few other items should be evaluated when selecting corn hybrids for no-till, Kevin Newgard maintains a number of other key agronomic factors need to be considered.

As you get ready to no-till this spring, check out these practical no-till planter and drill adjustment and modification ideas that will help you improve stands, yields and profits in 2004.