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Find the Right Dealer for Your Strip-Till Operation

By Noah Newman posted on June 30, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Equipment

While the benefits are clear, Zach Reiter understands the process of changing an entire operation isn’t easy and what works for him might not for someone else. At the end of the day, it’s his job to find out what each individual needs to be successful with strip-till.

Options for Late-Season Herbicide Application in Corn

By Sarah Lancaster posted on June 28, 2024 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Kansas State University

Some questions have recently come in looking for herbicide options for corn in later vegetative stages. Adequate pre-emergence herbicides were applied; however, excessive rainfall and sandy soils resulted in weed emergence.

Are 45 Degree Lugs Best for Strip-Till Ag Tires?

By James Tuschner posted on June 27, 2024 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Ag Tire Talk

Ag Tire Talk is a blog where James Tuschner asks tire manufacturers and other industry experts for their opinions and advice on key topics in the world of ag tires. This edition asks tire manufacturers whether or not 45 degree lugs are best.

Got Slugs? Strip-Tillers & No-Tillers Share Management Tips

June 27, 2024 | Posted in Crop Protection

"Once we find the first measurable feeding on corn or beans, we either apply slug pellets to the lower/shaded areas, or the whole field depending on slug pressure," says Phil Needham of Calhoun, Ky.

Solar-Powered Strip-Tillers Honored as Indiana Master Farmers

By Allison Lund posted on June 27, 2024 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: Indiana Prairie Farmer

Since 2018, the Furrers’ farm has been 100% solar-powered. This means their panels generate enough electricity for the entire hog operation, their house, their shop and one of their grain drying facilities.

Application of Manure to Double Crop Soybeans to Encourage Emergence

By Glen Arnold posted on June 25, 2024 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Ohio State University

There has been more interest from livestock producers in applying manure to newly planted soybeans to provide moisture to help get the crop to emerge.

Top 2 Priorities for Weed Control After Wheat Harvest

By Sarah Lancaster, Jeanne Falk Jones, and Jeremie Kouame posted on June 25, 2024 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Kansas State University

The 2024 wheat harvest is well underway, so it is time to think about weed control in wheat stubble.

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Strip-Till Highlights: June 25, 2024

June 25, 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.

Reviving the Soil with Strip-Till, Cover Crops & Livestock

National Strip-Tillage Conference returns Aug. 8-9

June 25, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101

Minnesota strip-tiller Shawn Feikema explains how to boost corn yields by up to 30 bushels per acre by adding a third cash crop to the rotation, strategies for maximizing cover crop benefits and advice for navigating strict manure application regulations in his classroom session, "Reviving the Soil with Strip-Till, Cover Crops & Livestock."

Shanks, Coulters & Knives: Choosing the Right Strip-Till Equipment for Your Farm

By Noah Newman posted on June 24, 2024 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Equipment

“When strip-till is done right, it makes money, and today’s strip-till equipment has come of age to the point that it will deliver on the agronomic challenges farmers face,” Bill Preller says.

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On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Bio Till Cover Crops, Ross Bishop explains how Kernza is giving his no-till soils a boost in Jackson, Wis.

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Find the Right Dealer for Your Strip-Till Operation

Options for Late-Season Herbicide Application in Corn

Are 45 Degree Lugs Best for Strip-Till Ag Tires?

Got Slugs? Strip-Tillers & No-Tillers Share Management Tips

Solar-Powered Strip-Tillers Honored as Indiana Master Farmers

Application of Manure to Double Crop Soybeans to Encourage Emergence

Top 2 Priorities for Weed Control After Wheat Harvest

Strip-Till Highlights: June 25, 2024

Reviving the Soil with Strip-Till, Cover Crops & Livestock

Shanks, Coulters & Knives: Choosing the Right Strip-Till Equipment for Your Farm

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