Aaron Wickstrom shares his strategies and solutions to improving moisture retention and nutrient uptake in sandy soils with strip-till on his 1,000-acre cropping operation in Hilmar, Calif.
Capitalize today on targeted fertilizer application techniques to benefit YOUR strip-till operation.
Our 19-page “Hitting the Sweet Spot with Strip-Till Fertilization Practices” eGuide details how you can strengthen your strip-till fertility program, and it’s FREE!
Beneficial bacteria that could promote crop growth and reduce dependence on commercial fertilizers have been identified by an Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research scientist.
Researchers looked at five specific soil properties: soil organic matter, penetration resistance, bulk density, water aggregate stability and infiltration rate to find out why strip-till was better at creating a beneficial environment for that crop to grow.
The application of fertilizer in a subsurface band decreases negative impacts to the environment and increases nutrient use efficiency; which both lead to increased profitability.
A historical analysis of corn research shows that new hybrids are taking up more nitrogen than older plant varieties after the crucial flowering stage, a clue as to how plant scientists will need to adapt plants to increase yields.
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On this edition of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by CultivAce, we honor the life and legacy of Bill Richards — the ‘Grandfather of No-Till’ — who passed away Tuesday at the age of 93.
Environmental Tillage Systems is a leading manufacturer of strip-till and nutrient-management equipment which enhances soil productivity and farm profitability.
Kuhn Krause's focus, above all, is to continue to produce quality products to serve producers better; to strive to respond to their needs with new tools and new technology to meet their growing challenges. Agronomic practices are constantly changing, and at a faster pace now than ever.
For over 90 years, Yetter Farm Equipment has designed and manufactured innovative and effective solutions for the agriculture industry. Today, we are proud to be recognized worldwide as an industry leader in designing row cleaners, strip till tools, planter attachments, precision fertilizer placement attachments, rotary hoes, toolbars, and harvest attachments.