Strip-Till Farmer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at the grower's world from the lofty digital realm. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web:
- Strip-Tilling in Late December with a Drone Flying Above
- Father-Son Duo “Sprints” into Strip-Till After 3 Wet Springs
- Satellite Data Shows Uptick in Cover Cropping
- Why Healthy Soil Biology is Like Good Beer
- The Top Strip-Till Stories of 2022
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Strip-Tilling in Late December with a Drone Flying Above
The title of Salisbury Farms’ latest YouTube video says it all, “If you enjoy drone footage of strip till, this video is for you.” Our jovial host takes us along for the ride as he builds his last strips of the year. Fast forward to the 3:45 and/or 7:45 mark for strip-till drone footage and an incredible display of videography that gives Christopher Nolan a run for his money.
Father-Son Duo “Sprints” into Strip-Till After 3 Wet Springs
For the first time ever, Andrew Reuschel strip-tilled 100% of his acres this past fall and so far, the results are promising. “We sprinted into strip-till out of necessity because of wet springs, and now we see the benefit of strip-till,” he says. “We haven’t seen the negative side of strip-till yet.” Reuschel farms with his dad, Jeff, in Golden, Illinois. The duo shares the secrets to their success in this feature article from Successful Farming.
Satellite Data Shows Uptick in Cover Cropping
Science writer Katherine Kornei explains the significance of recent satellite data as it relates to the increased usage of cover crops.
Why Healthy Soil Biology is Like Good Beer
In this episode of the 4 the Soil podcast, Understanding Ag’s Jon Stika, who’s also a part-time research professional at North Dakota State University’s Dickinson Research and Extension Center and author of A Soil Owner’s Manual, shares his perspective on keeping soil biology alive and happy for healthier soils.
The Top Strip-Till Stories of 2022
We celebrate the new year by taking a look back at the top Strip-Till Farmer stories of 2022! From the most accurate weed identifying apps to social media advice from the Farm Babe, this list encapsulates an eventful year in the strip-till world.
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