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Strip-Till Highlights: Jan. 31, 2023

January 31, 2023

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. The Best of the Web series is brought to you by Copperhead Ag Products.

Digital Demonstration

Locus AG's CarbonNOW® Carbon Farming Program

January 5, 2023 | Posted in Equipment

Watch the editors of Strip-Till Farmer and Locus Agricultural Solutions (Locus AG) meet for a live online program demonstration webinar of Locus AG’s CarbonNOW® carbon farming program.

5 Things Learned in 2022 That Will Impact How I Farm in 2023

Northwest Ohio strip-tiller-turned-farm-broadcaster uncovers unique management practices and tips gleaned from other operations.

By Noah Newman posted on January 5, 2023 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

When Dusty Sonnenberg’s not running his Tye no-till drill or Orthman strip-till unit, he’s pounding pavement across the Buckeye State as a broadcaster for the Ohio Ag Net.

Forced to Get Rid of Cover Crops or Strip-Till, Which Would You Pick?

December 20, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Strip-tillers Jon Stevens of Rock Creek, Minn., Ryan Nell of Beaver Dam, Wis., and Ryan Shaw of Snover, Mich., fielded questions about their usage of cover crops during a panel discussion at the 2022 National Strip-Tillage Conference.

A 50-Year Tradition of Conservation Practices in Northwest Ohio

Sixth-generation farmer follows in his father’s footsteps, building soil health and improving water quality.

By Noah Newman posted on December 18, 2022 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment

Although he credits his time as a crop advisor for teaching him a lot about farming, Jeff Duling learned almost everything he knows about conservation practices from his dad, Bob, a true no-till pioneer.

3 Strip-Tillers Share Their Best Ideas for 2023

December 15, 2022 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming 101, Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment

Strip-tillers Jon Stevens of Rock Creek, Minn., Ryan Nell of Beaver Dam, Wis., and Ryan Shaw of Snover, Mich., share their approach to the 2023 growing season during a panel discussion at the 2022 National Strip-Tillage Conference.

Study: Cover Crops Reduce Sediment, Phosphorus Loss

December 14, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

Source: Science Direct

Cover crops reduce sediment loss and total phosphorus loss from no-till corn and soybean fields, according to a study published in the Journal of Environmental Management.

Tackling Labor & Erosion Issues with No-Till, Strip-Till & Cover Crops

Northeast Ohio no-tiller cuts costs, boosts yields and improves soil health in 5 years.

December 13, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

The Greens started no-tilling soybeans almost 25 years ago but continued to conventionally till corn up until 2019 when Kris fully transitioned to strip-till with corn. The conservation practices are helping to solve their two biggest challenges — soil erosion and labor shortages.

Improving Soil & Water Quality with Strip-Till & Cover Crops

Davenport, Iowa’s, Robb Ewoldt implements innovative conservation practices to boost his bottom line while improving the environment.

November 20, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

Robb Ewoldt relies on what he calls “the trifecta” to boost yields while improving soil and water quality at the same time. The trifecta includes nutrients (timing and placement), equipment (technology to cut down on fertilizers) and cover crop/edge of field conservation practices.