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Conventional tillage involves disking, plowing and other methods of tilling up crop residue left behind after harvest. Here’s what’s working for farmers who still practice conventional-tillage methods.
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  • Apr. 24, 2013
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    Tillage Increases Soil Erosion: See for Yourself

    A gentle overnight rain turned into a science experiment for Darin Williams, Waverly, Kan., when he collected these samples of drainage water from nearby ditch waterways. The samples come from a ¾-mile radius of each other and have the same soil types....More
  • Apr. 24, 2013
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    Farmers: Use Social Media to Connect with Consumers

    Michele Payn-Knoper, founder, Cause Matters Corp., talks about how farmers can use social media to tell their stories and connect with consumers and those concerned about food....More
  • Apr. 1, 2013
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    7 Tips for No-Till Planting in a Dry Year

    The residue cover in no-till fields is essential when it comes to conserving water. The residue protects the soil surface, reducing crusting and soil moisture evaporation. When it comes to no-till planting, the key is to minimize the soil and residue disturbance....More
  • Mar. 29, 2013
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    Prevent Sidewall Compaction When Planting Corn this Spring

    With the potential for wet soils in some areas of the country this spring, compaction may be an issue during planting. Sidewall compaction in wet soils can be a problem, especially if the crop is “mudded-in” and a dry spell occurs after planting....More
  • Mar. 27, 2013
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    How To Avoid Soil Compaction: True, False Q&A

    Soil compaction is invisible, but its effects are clear to see: cloddy soil, delayed crop emergence, restricted root growth, stunted plants, low water infiltration, poor nutrient uptake and lost yield....More
  • Mar. 26, 2013
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    2013 Custom Farming Rates Up Slightly from 2012

    As would be expected with increasing fuel costs, average 2013 custom rates for farm work have a1so increased, compared to 2012 custom rates. Most custom rates for farm work in 2013 are 3-5% above the rates for similar operations in 2012, with an average increase of about 4%....More
  • Mar. 13, 2013
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    Strip-Till Systems Provide Key Benefits for Corn

    Evidence has shown that strip-till systems combine many of the best aspects of no-till and conventional tillage systems. The advantages of strip-till are generally most pronounced for corn following corn, where strip-till can help improve seedbed uniformity and reduce plant-to-plant variability compared to no-till....More
  • Mar. 6, 2013
    Article

    Gail Fuller, Kansas Soybean Grower, Wins National Conservation Award

    The American Soybean Association (ASA) presented Gail Fuller, Emporia, Kan., with the 2013 National Conservation Legacy Award on March 1, 2013, at the ASA Awards Banquet, held during the Commodity Classic convention and trade show in Kissimmee, Fla.

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  • Mar. 6, 2013
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    How to Play the Current Market: Your Corn and Beans in both Old Crop, New Crop

    I am cutting straight to the facts today. We have a couple big reports coming up, and I wanted to throw my hat in the ring and call a few shots to help you get in the game and better your operation....More
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