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Strip-Till Highlights: April 9, 2024

Strip-Till Farmer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at the grower's realm from the lofty digital realm. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web.
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Manure Injection Supports Nitrogen Retention

Direct application to cover crop root systems provides important nutrients for growth.
With nitrogen (N) prices on the rise, farmers are investigating alternative ways to ensure their crops get the nutrients they need. One solution is applying manure to cover crops.
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Banding vs. Zone Fertility Placement

Broadcasting fertilizer requires mechanical incorporation across the entire field otherwise there can be nitrogen (N) losses to volatility from urea-based fertilizer sources or losses to wind or water. While this method creates a nutrient-rich zone a few inches below the soil surface, application can be non-uniform, and the loss of crop residue increases the soil erosion and concentration risk.
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University of Minnesota Field Day Showcases Strip-Till Rigs

The University of Minnesota Extension took a day last month to highlight various tillage practices at their Tillage and Technology Field Day. The event, held at the University of Minnesota-Morris, brought together experts from across the Upper Midwest and Canada to talk with producers and demonstrate equipment.
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