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No-Till, Strip-Till and Cover Crops Research Journal - February 2026

Each month, the conservation ag group at Cornell University offers an analysis of the latest scientific papers dealing with conservation agriculture research from around the world. For this on-going web series, our editors will be selecting several research papers from the Cornell list that will be of special interest to North American no-tillers, strip-tillers and cover croppers.
By Frank Lessiter posted on February 14, 2026 | Posted in Cover Crops, Crop Protection, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

In this edition:

  • Can no-tillage and crop diversification sustain nutrient stocks in acidic and poorly-fertilized soils? Evidence from 32 years of real-world agricultural management in Paraguay.
  • The key role of local and global farmer networks in the development of conservation agriculture in California.
  • Mega-analysis of no-tillage and reduced tillage impacts on crop yields and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Beyond the buzz: analyzing actors promoting regenerative agriculture in Europe.

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International No-Till, Strip-Till and Cover Crops Research Journal - January 2026

Each month, the conservation ag group at Cornell University offers an analysis of the latest scientific papers dealing with conservation agriculture research from around the world. For this on-going web series, our editors will be selecting several research papers from the Cornell list that will be of special interest to North American no-tillers, strip-tillers and cover croppers.
By Frank Lessiter posted on January 9, 2026 | Posted in Cover Crops, Crop Protection, Soil Health

In this edition:

  • Exploring Soil Hydro-Physical Improvements Under No-Tillage: A Sustainable Approach for Soil Health.
  • Conservation agriculture: A pathway to achieving sustainable development goals.
  • Resource Conservation Technologies for Mitigating Climate Change Impacts in Agriculture: A Review.
  • Ch. 18 Soil Conservation.
  • Ch. 16 Climate Resilient Agriculture: The Perspective of Conservation Agricultural Practice.

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Guide to Hosting a Pollinator Conservation Field Day Now Available

March 3, 2020 | Posted in Soil Health
The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) announced the release of a free, first-of-its-kind curriculum, “A Guide to Conducting a Pollinator Conservation Field Day,” available for download. This new curriculum is designed to provide interactive learning experiences for grades K-8, engaging them in habitat-focused, pollinator-themed activities for the classroom and outdoors.
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Banding vs. Zone Fertility Placement

March 15, 2017 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Soil Health
Broadcasting fertilizer requires mechanical incorporation across the entire field otherwise there can be nitrogen (N) losses to volatility from urea-based fertilizer sources or losses to wind or water. While this method creates a nutrient-rich zone a few inches below the soil surface, application can be non-uniform, and the loss of crop residue increases the soil erosion and concentration risk.
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Keep Soils Armored All Year

October 27, 2015 | Posted in Soil Health
Penn State Extension shares how large precipitation events cause the most erosion and can happen anytime of year, reminding us of the importance to protect the soil as much as possible.
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Strip-Till 101: Things You Need To Consider To Make Strip-Till Work - Jodi DeJong-Hughes - NSTC 2014 Presentation - MP3 Download

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