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Farm Bill Extension Draws Mixed Reviews

By John Dobberstein posted on November 24, 2025 | Posted in Agriculture Policy & Programs

The package of spending bills fully funds the USDA for fiscal year 2026 and includes the extension of farm programs and authorities, not covered in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, that were set to expire on Dec. 31.

Strip-Tiller's Wetlands Project Aims to Improve Water Quality & Wildlife

November 22, 2025 | Posted in Crop Protection, Soil Health, Water Management

Source: Iowa Farm Bureau

Fred Abels implements strip-till practices on his 380-acre farm as well as cover crops, a saturated buffer, filter strips, Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) land, pollinator habitat, nutrient management, a windbreak and a new wetland designed to improve water quality and wildlife habitat.

Conservation Ag Update

No-Till Patience Pays Off for Award-Winning Dairy Farmers

By Noah Newman posted on November 21, 2025 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Bio Till Cover Crops, we head inside Jimmy and Andy Gray’s Leopold Conservation Award-winning operation in Stony Point, N.C.

Silo Gases — the Hidden Danger

Silo gas is formed by the natural fermentation of chopped silage shortly after it is placed in the silo.

November 21, 2025 | Posted in Equipment

Source: PennState Extension

Silo gas is formed by the natural fermentation of chopped silage shortly after it is placed in the silo. Every farm worker must understand the dangers associated with silo gases and how to deal with them.

Precision Ag

GUEST VIEWPOINT: Agriculture at a Crossroads: Can Irrigation Technology Save Harvests?

By Ram Lisaey posted on November 20, 2025 | Posted in Precision Agriculture, Water Management

As precision irrigation systems become smarter, more automated, and integrated with renewable energy sources, they will play an increasingly vital role in building a sustainable agricultural future.

Strip-Tillers Prepare for 'Re-Entry Period' After Busy Harvest

November 20, 2025 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops

Source: Tri-State Neighbor

Luverne, Minn., strip-tillers Shawn and Becky Feikema are happy with their corn yields as harvest wraps up, but believe there's room for improvement heading into 2026.

[Podcast] Finding Strip-Till Success in Multiple Locations with Luke Koffman

On this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, we sit down with Illinois custom strip-tiller Luke Koffman.

By Noah Newman posted on November 19, 2025 | Posted in Equipment, Seeding & Planting

On this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, we sit down with Illinois custom strip-tiller Luke Koffman.

Kansas Farmers Matt and Janna Splitter Champion Soil Health and Sustainability

November 19, 2025 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: Field to Market

In the heart of Kansas, Matt and Janna Splitter are redefining stewardship on 13,000 acres. From no-till fields to precision data, their farm is a living example of sustainable agriculture in action.

Cheatgrass (downy brome) growing in winter wheat.

Winter Annual Grass Control in Winter Wheat

November 19, 2025

Source: Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University

Beneficial rains have brought much-needed moisture to the Kansas wheat crop, however it can trigger winter annual weeds. This article will focus on the grass weeds common in wheat.

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Strip-Till Highlights: Nov. 18, 2025

By Noah Newman posted on November 18, 2025

This Week's Lineup:

How this ‘Small Addition’ Keeps Fall Strip-Till Nutrients in Place
Strip-Tilling Triticale While Applying Anhydrous
Why Strip-Till Can Work Anywhere
Finding the Perfect Moisture to Harvest Corn
Strip-Tiller Saves Big Money on Herbicide with Fall Residuals

The Best of the Web series is brought to you by Environmental Tillage Systems.

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Farm Bill Extension Draws Mixed Reviews

Strip-Tiller's Wetlands Project Aims to Improve Water Quality & Wildlife

No-Till Patience Pays Off for Award-Winning Dairy Farmers

Silo Gases — the Hidden Danger

GUEST VIEWPOINT: Agriculture at a Crossroads: Can Irrigation Technology Save Harvests?

Strip-Tillers Prepare for 'Re-Entry Period' After Busy Harvest

[Podcast] Finding Strip-Till Success in Multiple Locations with Luke Koffman

Kansas Farmers Matt and Janna Splitter Champion Soil Health and Sustainability

Winter Annual Grass Control in Winter Wheat

Strip-Till Highlights: Nov. 18, 2025

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