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Transition to Twin-Row Strip-Till Increases Yields, Minimizes Erosion

Complementary systems help Nebraska farmer Clare Kurz increase yield by double digits and adopt a more economical fertility program.
By Jack Zemlicka posted on October 29, 2016 | Posted in Seeding & Planting
Struggling to maintain yield consistency and mitigate erosion of precious topsoil, Clare Kurz adopted a twin-row system on his mostly irrigated 2,000-acre corn and soybean operation nearly 15 years ago. But the move was only part of the solution, as the Palmer, Neb., farmer also wanted a more efficient method to apply fertilizer and manage residue.
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Taking Ownership of Spraying to Increase Strip-Till Yields

By Jack Zemlicka posted on October 11, 2016 | Posted in Nutrient Management
Some farmers invest in their own sprayer, seeing opportunity for long-term advantages than can offset the upfront cost. Stillman Valley, Ill., strip-tiller Cade Bushnell took this approach on his 1,300-acre corn and soybean operation, purchasing a Hagie sprayer after crunching the numbers on the cost of custom application vs. his fertility program goals.
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Strip-Till Farmer Launches New Podcast Series

By Jack Zemlicka posted on September 13, 2016
Understanding the mobility of today’s farmer, Strip-Till Farmer launched its 2016 podcast series on Sept. 14 with the first episode, “Strengthening Your Strip-Tilled Soils with Cover Crops & Other Ecological Tools,” featuring soil scientist Jill Clapperton.
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