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Jim Hoorman's 7 Tips for Fall Lime Spreading

October 3, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Ohio's Country Journal

2022 National Strip-Tillage Conference Speaker Jim Hoorman shares his top 7 tips for fall lime spreading.

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Is Strip-Till the Solution to Soil Stratification?

By Noah Newman posted on February 10, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Marion Calmer noticed symptoms of nutrient deficiencies in his corn a few years ago. He began to wonder if soil stratification — the accumulation of phosphorous (P) and potassium (K) in the surface — was a problem on his no-till farm in Alpha, Ill.

Nutrient Management Strategies on Owned vs. Rented Ground

January 27, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

Nutrient management decisions can become difficult when land tenure comes into play. While the soil is typically thought of as a “bank” that stores nutrients such as phosphorus (P) and potassium (K), the bank analogy isn’t completely accurate.

How Drought Affects Soil Test K, pH Levels

By Jim Camberato posted on October 19, 2022 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: Purdue University Department of Agronomy

As more than 55% of the lower 48 U.S. states are in drought conditions, experts at Purdue University remind strip-tillers that soil test potassium and pH are affected by low moisture.

A Year Without a P Application Might be a Good Idea

October 6, 2022 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: University of Minnesota

We know that P is a critical element required for crop growth and development, and if deficient, the lack of P can significantly reduce crop yield. While application of P fertilizer is common, it is not always required to achieve maximum yield.

How Private Labs can Help Strip-Tillers and Carbon Markets

July 28, 2022

The soil carbon market is based largely on theoretical carbon offsets derived from complex algorithms, and in some cases artificial intelligence. While the mathematics that go into predicting these offsets is undoubtedly impressive, the predictions will invariably require ground-truthing.

[Podcast] Soil Testing & Nutrition Basics for Success with Agronomist John Leif

In this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by the Pluribus Lite from Dawn Equipment, John Leif, a regional agronomist at AgroLiquid, explains the basics of soil testing, some common mistakes farmers make when soil testing, when to apply nutrients, how to determine if you should band vs. broadcast and much more.

June 28, 2022 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

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Planter Fertilizer: When Starters Don’t Start, what Does the Research Say?

November 13, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

The theory in using starter fertilizer is that it gets the plant growing faster after emergence and that rapid establishment will enable better yield. However, some experts believe a faster start doesn’t necessarily mean a higher yield.

5 Tips for Cutting Phosphorus, Potassium Fertilizer Costs

July 15, 2019 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

From the University of Minnesota, here's how to cut back on nutrient application to increase your profitability while maintaining the integrity of your crops.

Illinois’ First Dedicated Soil Health Lab Gives Farmers Fast Results Close to Home

February 28, 2019

Biological activity tests quickly provide farmers with usable information for critical crop decisions.

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Getting The Right Read On Soil Testing With Strip-Till - Robert Miller - NSTC 2014 Presentation - MP3 Download

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The impact of tillage systems like full-width tillage or no-tillage on soil fertility levels and soil test readings are often a topic of debate. The question seems obvious — what happens to the fertility levels in the top layer of soil, the root zone or greater soil depths whether you are churning soil or leaving it undisturbed? View

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Did Strip-Till Solve My Nutrient Stratification Problems?

Independent on-farm researcher Marion Calmer checks in from Alpha, Ill., with a preview of his 2024 National Strip-Tillage Conference presentation, “Did Strip-Till Solve My Nutrient Stratification Problems?” Over the last 5 years, Calmer has been examining fertility levels vertically in his soil profile. This inch-by-inch examination uncovered a serious nutrient stratification problem on his farm that was costing him up to $135,000 annually. The No-Till Legend switched back to strip-till in 2023 for the first time since 1995 in an effort to solve his nutrient stratification problems.

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