Strip-Till Farming 101

Strip-Till Event to Showcase Cost-Saving Practices for Minnesota Farmers

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“With today’s economic pressures, farmers are looking for systems that improve efficiency without sacrificing productivity,” said Jodi DeJong-Hughes, UMN Extension Educator. “Strip-till is one option that’s showing strong results, and this event gives farmers a chance to see it in action before making decisions on their own operations.”

Hundreds Swap Ideas, Strategies & Moneymaking Insights at 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Over 400 farmers, agronomists, researchers, educators, dealers and manufacturers packed the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel in downtown Springfield, Ill., for the 13^th annual National Strip-Tillage Conference.

Transform Your Farm Data into Actionable Insights

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Strip-tillers should consider turning their data into at least one decision per year.

Strip-Till Farmer Announces 2026 Strip-Till Hall of Fame Class

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Hall of Famers will be honored at the 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference, Aug. 6-7 in Springfield, Ill., for their pivotal role in moving the strip-till practice forward and their overall impact on the industry.

National Strip-Tillage Conference 2026 Countdown: July

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Check out the latest National Strip-Tillage Conference updates, with just 2 weeks to go until the 13th annual event!

The Nature Conservancy Hosting Strip-Till Field Day

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Michigan Sugar Company will host a field day on Wednesday, July 22 in Kawkawlin Township, Mich.

Father-Son Duo Keeps it Simple with Strip-Till

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Two-pass system pays dividends across multiple soil types

[Video] Four Farmers Share Top Takeaways from Strip-Till Conference Experience

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:44:20 -0400

Noah Newman checks in from Strip-Till Farmer headquarters with a special announcement about the upcoming National Strip-Tillage Conference, Aug. 6-7 in Springfield, Ill. Plus, a group of strip-tillers share their top takeaways from attending last year’s conference.

Strip-Till Machine Developer Offers Berm-Building Tips

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While developing his own strip-till line, equipment maker learned some surprising things many strip-tillers should consider as they use major brands.

Farmers Hit the Road for Strip-Till Learning & Networking

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Alan Kraus was all in on no-till for 25 years on his dairy farm in central Wisconsin. But strip-till started to pique his interest shortly after he moved to Minnesota 10 years ago.

Over 100 Farmers Get Unexpected Strip-Till Crash Course

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The 150-plus in attendance, including yours truly, didn’t expect strip-till to be the premier topic of conversation. But that expectation changed after walking into the Kinze Innovation Center.

Showing Up for Strip-Till’s Team Sport

mlessiter@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“Ask not what your conference can do for you, but what you can do for your fellow conference-goer …”

FIRST LOOK: Kinze & Yetter Launch Falcon SF700 Strip-Till System

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Kinze and Yetter unveiled the new Falcon SF700 strip-till system at the Kinze Innovation Day in Williamsburg Iowa, Tuesday, June 23. Andy Thompson, strip-till product director for Yetter, and Todd Kniffen, senior VP of engineering, introduced the new unit to over 150 farmers in attendance.

Why This 'Lone Wolf' Keeps Returning to the National Strip-Till Conference

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

In this video, managing editor Noah Newman checks in with an update on the 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference, which takes place Aug. 6-7 in Springfield, Ill. Newman catches up with Coolidge, Ariz., strip-tiller Robert Boyle, who explains why the conference is a must-attend for him every year.

Tips & Tricks to Get the Most Out of Your Strip-Till Equipment

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In this equipment-focused session, Mooberry covers the ins and outs of strip fresheners and details why farmers don’t need a “high-dollar setup” to get started with strip-till.

My Strip-Till Journey: Lessons Learned from the Field & the Mind

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

After more than 30 years in strip-till, Dean Sponheim has seen the wins, setbacks and hard lessons learned that only time can teach.

Compeer Financial Collaborates with PepsiCo to Provide Strip-Till Equipment Financing

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Compeer Financial is teaming up with PepsiCo and other industry partners to offer a pilot leasing program for strip-till equipment, helping offset upfront financial costs for farmers implementing soil conservation practices on their farms.

CTIC Seeking Participants for New Mentoring Program

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Through Success from the Ground Up, Cargill provides financial support to soil health organizations focused on providing access to training and technical information that can help remove barriers for row crop farmers who want to rebuild the health of their soils, plant cover crops, and make better use of their water. 

Strip-Till 101: Tips & Tricks from the Great Plains

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This article from Oklahoma State Extension explores how farmers are implementing and benefiting from strip-till in the region.

‘Most Innovative Folks You’ll Find’ Gathering at 2026 Strip-Till Conference

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“The networking is one of the things I love most about the Strip-Till Conference,” says Zack Smith, who strip-tills in Lake Mills, Iowa. “The farmers attending this conference are some of the most innovative folks you’re going to find."

Choose-Your-Own Tour Brings Strip-Till, Conservation to Life

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Farmers explored a range of conservation practices, from drainage water recycling and oxbow restoration to strip-till and cover crops during a choose-your-own-adventure field tour designed to bring real-world solutions to life across western Iowa last week.

Focus More on ‘Profit Bushels’ Per Acre

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

I studied agronomy at Iowa State after growing up on a diverse farm, and while I was there, decided to double major in horticulture, which turned out to be the greatest thing I’ve accidentally done.

Solving a Farm Puzzle with Strip-Till, One Piece at a Time

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Technology needed for strip-till helped fuel a data-driven farming strategy that keeps pushing yields & profits for Jake Isley.

Longtime Strip-Tiller Prioritizes Efficiency Over Yield

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“In the strip-till community, many people have lost sight of that,” Brian Herbek says. “If you eat a huge piece of prime rib, aka nitrogen, you won’t have room for potatoes and vegetables and all the other stuff needed to be healthy for the longevity of the race.”

Benchmark Breakdown: How 3 Strip-Tillers Achieved the Highest Soybean Yields

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With soybean acreage (and yields!) on the rise, I figured it would be interesting to examine the methods of 3 strip-tillers who reported the highest average soybean yields in our Benchmark Study.

5 Things to Consider Before Transitioning to Strip-Till

mpaukner@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

To help other farmers adopt strip-till — or convince their family to give the practice a chance — Zack Smith shares these five tips.