Nutrient management

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8 Things to Consider When Deciphering Strip-Till Soil Tests

Strip-tillers should always test with a purpose & use ‘strip-till math’ to interpret data

By Noah Newman posted on February 9, 2024 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Optimal nutrient placement is the top benefit of strip-till in the eyes of Chris Kasten, data analyst for TEVA Corporation. Kasten says determining optimal nutrient rates for the crop comes down to 3 basic steps

[Video] Strip-Till Conversation: Chris Perkins

September 19, 2023

2022 Lessiter Media Best Speaker Award recipient Chris Perkins recaps his presentation at the 2023 National Strip-Tillage Conference. The Otwell, Ind., strip-tiller talks about how successful nutrient management for corn production is like a season-long, relay race.

Ironing Out Nutrient Management, Equipment Challenges in Strip-Till

Scott Hoober shares lessons learned from 15 years of strip-tilling.

By Noah Newman posted on May 29, 2023 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment, Nutrient Management

Scott Hoober says proper nutrient uptake is key to closing the corn yield gap. And the key to uptake, he says, is getting the nutrients into the root zone. Using an application rate of 100 pounds of N and 40 pounds of P2O5 as an example, Hoober says nutrient concentrations in the root zone vary dramatically based on application method.

Wheat-Soybean Relay Pays Off Years of Effort

Harvesting two crops off the same acres boosts Illinois strip-tiller’s bottom line.

By Brian O'Connor posted on May 11, 2023 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops

Constant innovation in strip-till can be challenging. Clint Robinson of Sullivan, Ill., knows. His first attempt at blending conservation techniques and soil health principles came in 2012, shortly after he moved back to the family farm.

New Study Finds Foliar Fertilizers Rarely Increase Soybean Yields

April 19, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

The study concludes that the prophylactic use of foliar fertilizers is likely to decrease the profitability of soybean production.

Starter Fertilizer Placement and Rate Suggestions

April 10, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Kansas State Extension

Producers should be very cautious about applying starter fertilizer that includes high rates of N (and/or K). It is best to have some soil separation between the starter fertilizer and the seed, according to Kansas State soil fertility and nutrient management specialist Dolivar Ruiz Diaz.

Understanding Soil Residual Nitrogen and its Dollar Value for Next Crop

March 14, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Cropwatch

The 2023 cropping season is just around the corner. Unfortunately, drought continues to influence nutrient management decisions for the upcoming season.

[Podcast] How to Maintain Yield While Cutting Inputs & Hours with Strip-Tiller Greg Entinger

On this edition of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, New Prague, Minn., farmer Greg Entinger shares his economic-based strategy for managing his 900-acre strip-tilled corn operation.

March 3, 2023 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment

For this edition of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, New Prague, Minn., farmer Greg Entinger shares his economic-based strategy for managing his 900-acre strip-tilled corn operation.

The Andersons Announces MicroMark DG, a New Line of Granular Micronutrient Solutions

February 23, 2023

MicroMark DG products can be used in agricultural applications where dry fertilizer is used. These products can be used as a dry starter, dry broadcast, strip till, or side dress and can be used in a variety of crop applications including row, vegetables, horticulture, and fruits.