No-Till Farmer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at the grower's world from the lofty digital realm. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web:
- Winter Wheat & Benefits of Manure Injection before Corn on a 100% No-Till Farm
- How Insecticides Are Shaping the Future of Agriculture
- No-Till Corn vs. Tillage Corn — Regenerative Ag Benefits Explained
- No-Till Farming — Gentle on the Earth, Powerful for the Planet
- No-Till Grain in the Pacific Northwest
Winter Wheat & Benefits of Manure Injection before Corn on a 100% No-Till Farm
Filmed in November 2024, the land of Prevo Farms has been one hundred percent no-till and cover crop for ten years. In this video Kevin Prevo, a fifth-generation farmer working near Bloomfield, Iowa, discusses the strategy and benefits of winter wheat and manure before planting corn.
How Insecticides Are Shaping the Future of Agriculture
Insecticides have played a pivotal role in modern agriculture, safeguarding crops from harmful pests that threaten food security. As the global population continues to rise, farmers are under increasing pressure to maximize yields and ensure sustainable farming practices. Today, insecticides are evolving with advancements in biotechnology, precision agriculture, and environmentally friendly formulations.
No-Till Corn vs. Tillage Corn — Regenerative Ag Benefits Explained
In this video from Agriculture Explained, explore the differences between tilled corn and no-till corn, specifically looking at the distinctions between soil color, root zone and size, root hairs, soil structure and more.
No-Till Farming — Gentle on the Earth, Powerful for the Planet
In this YouTube Short, learn about how avoiding tilling can help farmers preserve soil structure, reduce erosion and enhance water retention. This sustainable approach is gaining popularity as it helps protect the land while continuing to produce food for the world.
No-Till Grain in the Pacific Northwest
In this video, take a self-guided tour of Inspiration Farm and experience water-harvesting earthworks for irrigation, diversified permaculture farm systems, livestock/crop integration, climate resilient crop species and much more.
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