Items Tagged with 'soil testing'

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How to Manage Phosphorus and Potassium When Prices are High

March 30, 2026 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Can growers delay their P and K applications until next year, when prices may be lower? The quick answer is yes with some important 'ifs,' says University of Missouri Extension state nutrient management specialist John Lory.

Iowa Survey Shows 142% Growth in Conservation Practices

By Tom Block posted on November 13, 2025 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: Iowa Farm Bureau

The most recent Iowa Nutrient Reduction Survey shows adoption of cover crops has grown nearly 142% statewide since 2017.

New Day Dawns for Soil Testing with ‘Predictive Agronomy’

By Dan Crummett posted on October 30, 2025 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Big changes are under way in the soil testing industry as digital technology demonstrates the importance of viewing farm fields as a living system — requiring more than a yearly grocery list of plant nutrients.

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Pivot Bio and Taranis Partner to Expand Access to Conservation Funding for Growers

June 18, 2025 | Posted in Agriculture Policy & Programs, Nutrient Management

Source: Pivot Bio

Pivot Bio announced a partnership with Taranis Conservation services today.

6 Soil Testing Tips for Evaluating Fertility Levels After Harvest

October 14, 2024 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Pioneer

Move residue, debris and any vegetation from the soil surface at the sample site. Failing to do so may cause an incorrect (too high) organic matter measurement.

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.

Beyond the Berm

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.

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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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Cover Crops, Strip-Till Spark Desert Soil Revival

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, we pay a visit to Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle’s farm in Coolidge, Ariz., for an up-close look at how he’s transforming his soils with cover crops and diverse rotations.

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