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Soil Sampling: Understanding the Importance & Methods

June 29, 2023 | Posted in Soil Health

To get a complete picture of how an agroecosystem is doing, you have to look at what’s happening below the ground. One way to do so is with soil testing, which measures a wide range of soil characteristics and data points, including pH, organic matter, and microbial activity.

K-State Pumpkin Study Shows No-Till Benefits For Horticulture

By Brian O'Connor posted on April 12, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Soil Health

The study looked a pumpkin plots in Kansas, where the Halloween staple is frequently grown in rotation following soybeans, and are a staple of agritourism, according to the study published in the Soil Science Society of America Journal.

Does the Grazing of Cover Crops by Cattle Compact Soil?

November 21, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: University of Nebraska

University of Nebraska shares some tips and considerations for gauging and managing potential compaction issues should you decide to graze cover crops on your operation.

Biomass Production of Winter Annual Cover Crops in Corn and Soybean

August 16, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health, Water Management

Source: University of Nebraska

A four-year University of Nebraska cover crop research project is exploring whether winter cover cropping in no-till corn and soybean systems can benefit soil quality despite their short growing season.

No-Tillers Are Getting a ‘Track’ on Compaction

New tracked equipment options continue to emerge in North America, helping no-tillers reduce compaction and increase their crop yields.

By Dan Crummett posted on October 26, 2015 | Posted in Equipment, Soil Health

Soil compaction’s negative effect on yields, root development and nutrient uptake is of growing concern to farmers in the U.S., particularly given the widespread use of farm equipment that is bigger than ever.

Boost Your No-Till Soil Quality

Despite water and air quality concerns, soil quality is more beneficial with no-till.

By Katherine Meitner posted on February 1, 2001 | Posted in Soil Health

Even if you don't know all the details, you need good soil health and quality if you want to preserve your land and get good yields.

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