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Julia Gerlach

Julia Gerlach is the former Executive Editor of No-Till Farmer. She has a lengthy background in publishing and a longtime interest in gardening and mycology. She graduated with a B.A. in music and philosophy from Alverno College in Milwaukee, Wis.

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Lessons Learned from 2012 Drought Could Mitigate 2021 Issues for Strip-Tillers

By Julia Gerlach posted on May 5, 2021 | Posted in Soil Health, Water Management

With much of the U.S. facing conditions similar to those of the 2012 drought, a look back at lessons learned suggests adjusting management plans may help protect strip-till yields and increase resilience.

Putting Numbers Behind Nutrient Management Principles

Detailed data-crunching helps South Dakota strip-tillers Barry and Eli Little improve soil health, reduce inputs and gain control of livestock feeding options.

By Julia Gerlach posted on April 29, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Soil Health

Detailed data-crunching helps South Dakota strip-tillers Barry and Eli Little improve soil health, reduce inputs and gain control of livestock feeding options.

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