Alpha, Ill., no-tiller and independent on-farm researcher Marion Calmer explores the latest no-till discoveries and innovations to maximize corn and soybean yields. The No-Till Innovator and 4-time NNTC Most Outstanding Speaker shares his agronomic observations on the importance of early soybean planting and the products needed to ensure success. He also explains why short corn is the next big thing, and dives into the best ways to apply foliar fungicides, ideal fertilizer placement, corn root architecture and much more!

You’ll Learn: Innovative ways to boost yields & profitability while improving the overall efficiency of your no-till system.

The 34th Annual National No-Tillage Conference returns to St. Louis, Mo. on Jan. 6-9, 2026. Whether you're new to no-till or refining your system, this event delivers fast-paced learning from top no-till farmers, agronomists and experts. With 2 Pre-Conference Workshops, 13 No-Till General Sessions, 22 No-Till Classrooms and 40 No-Till Roundtables to choose from, plus opportunities to earn CCA credits, the 2026 No-Till Conference is a must-attend event for anyone looking to enhance their no-till farming practices.

View the full speaker agenda and topics here.

For more information about the 2026 National No-Tillage Conference, to register for the event and to book your hotel room visit NoTillConference.com. Use code SPEAKER50 for $50 off your registration.

The Conference extends its thanks to our 2026 sponsors: Ag Leader, Martin-Till, Yetter Farm Equipment, Bio Till Cover Crops, Copperhead Ag, The Andersons, HORSCH, Titan International, Midwest Bio-Tech, Vulcan Equipment and Total Farm Marketing.