Soil Health

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Strip-Tilling Cover Crops into Poorer Soils Results in Increased Yields

For more than 2 decades, Alabama strip-tiller Mitch Lazenby has utilized heavy cover cropping to keep soils cool, retain moisture and boost yields 10-20% on his 2,000-acre operation.
Saying that summers in Alabama are hot is an understatement. A better description is ‘sweltering’, ‘scorching’ and ‘blistering.’ So, finding a way to keep soils cool and retain moisture is critical to the success of any crop grown in the Heart of Dixie.
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[Podcast] Putting a Microscope on Biological Benefits in a Strip-Till System Part 2

In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we continue our conversation with Streator, Ill., strip-tiller Larry Tombaugh sharing a detailed look at some of the ways he supplements his system with biological additives to improve soil health and yields.
In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we continue our conversation with Streator, Ill., strip-tiller Larry Tombaugh sharing a detailed look at some of the ways he supplements his system with biological additives to improve soil health and yields.
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[Podcast] Putting a Microscope on Biological Benefits in a Strip-Till System Part 1

In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we're joined by Streator, Ill., strip-tiller Larry Tombaugh who shares his strip-till origins and a detailed look at some of the ways he supplements his system with biological additives to improve soil health and yields.
In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we're joined by Streator, Ill., strip-tiller Larry Tombaugh who shares his strip-till origins and a detailed look at some of the ways he supplements his system with biological additives to improve soil health and yields.
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[Podcast] Keeping an Eye Out for Fall Compaction: Tools & Tips

In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we share excerpts from my conversations from Farm Progress on what strip-tillers should consider in terms of compaction when getting into the field for fall harvest.
In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we share excerpts from my conversations from Farm Progress on what strip-tillers should consider in terms of compaction when getting into the field for fall harvest.
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[Video] The Upside of Developing Strip-Till Down Under

While strip-till is an established practice in some parts of North America, individual objectives can vary by farm. Some seek improved fertilizer placement, while others have soil health improvement goals or yield consistency. But for Nathan Ensby and Trent Stainlay, both from New South Wales, Australia, a driving motivation for strip-till in their region is moisture retention and seedbed preparation.
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[Video] Why Do You Strip-Till?

Understanding the "why" of a strip-till system, is as important as the "how." Ben Pederson shares some of the strategic steps he's taking to embrace regenerative ag practices which intersect with a deep-rooted passion for progressive farming methods and the need to capitalize on emerging opportunities including organic.
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[Podcast] Defining Strip-Till Overseas: Benefits, Challenges & Opportunities

In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we share excerpts from my conversation with Nathan Ensby and Trent Stainlay, both from New South Wales, Australia, on the scope of strip-till in Australia, along with some of the adoption hurdles and greatest opportunities for expansion.
In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Topcon Agriculture, we share excerpts from my conversation with Nathan Ensby and Trent Stainlay, both from New South Wales, Australia, on the scope of strip-till in Australia, along with some of the adoption hurdles and greatest opportunities for expansion.
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2019 Strip-Till Innovator

[Video] Studying My Soil: A Continuous Education through Trial & Error

With an operation that’s been called a “living laboratory,” Northfield, Minn., farmer David Legvold has embraced experimentation and shares some of the lessons learned working with local colleges and students on strip-till trials, with the goal of strengthening soil biology and creating an attractive environment for earthworms and other beneficial organisms.
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