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:
- Soil Drainage & Tillage Practices: Nitrogen Implications
- Cover Crops Make No-Till a Stronger System
- The No-Till Piece of the Regenerative Ag Puzzle
- An Inside Look at Canadian Prairie Tillage Practices
- Midwest Cover Crop Council Meeting Showcases No-Till & Cover Crops
Soil Drainage & Tillage Practices: Nitrogen Implications
In this video, check out a presentation about soil drainage & tillage practices and how that affects nitrogen management, particularly in the upper midwest corn and soybean space.
Cover Crops Make No-Till a Stronger System
What better way to learn about cover crops than from someone already growing them? University of Illinois Extension is offering farmers, producers, landowners and industry professionals a chance to log on for a free virtual panel on Tuesday, Feb. 24, all about cover crops in today’s agricultural landscape
The No-Till Piece of the Regenerative Ag Puzzle
Join renowned soil health pioneer Gabe Brown in this video series that explores the principles and practices of regenerative agriculture. Drawing from decades of experience transforming his North Dakota ranch from conventional farming to a thriving regenerative ecosystem, Gabe shares practical wisdom that growers can apply immediately
An Inside Look at Canadian Prairie Tillage Practices
Several of the international climate and biodiversity agreements the Canadian government have signed and ratified in the past few years have potentially negative consequences for Prairie farmers. Prairie agriculture has become increasingly sustainable but does not often receive proper recognition for its achievements. This presentation will highlight the changes in fertilizer and chemical use, as well as changes in carbon sequestration, demonstrating the achievements of Prairie farmers. Dr. Stuart Smyth is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Saskatchewan, where he holds the Agri-Food Innovation and Sustainability Enhancement Chair. His research focuses on sustainability, agriculture, innovation and food. Dr. Smyth publishes twice weekly blogs on these topics at: www.SAIFood.ca.
Midwest Cover Crop Council Meeting Showcases No-Till & Cover Crops
Associate Editor Mackane Vogel was on the road this week in Dubuque, Iowa to attend the Midwest Cover Crop Council Meeting. Check out the program here and stay tuned for some pictures and videos of the best highlights from the event.
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