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Nutrient Removal Rates In Grain Crops

October 25, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: By George Silva, Michigan State University

As crops are being harvested and grain is taken to the storage or elevator, it is time to estimate the amount of nutrients that are removed by this grain, particularly the three major nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

Be Cautious When Interpreting Early Fall Soil-Test Results

October 13, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Residue Management, Soil Health

Source: By Antonio P. Mallarino, Department of Agronomy,

Sampling under very dry conditions may increase soil sampling error because it is more difficult to control sampling depth and proper soil core collection.

Hit Spots With Strip-Till Fertility

October 6, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Fabian Fernandez, University of Illinois Extension specialist in plant nutrition and soil fertility, offers a few thoughts on applying nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium with strip-till this season.

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Tackling Drainage And Compaction In No-Till

Strong soil structure, proper nutrient levels and adequate tiling hold the answer to improving drainage challenges in no-till fields.

By Jim Leverich posted on September 1, 2011 | Posted in Water Management

When it comes to no-till, getting your crops planted and off to a good start is paramount. But wet conditions in a field, or a portion of a field, may limit your ability to plant. That can lead to reduced stands and possibly lower yield potential.

A Biological Boost For Breaking Down Residue

Here’s a look at some of the products that could boost soil microbial activity and speed up decomposition of the toughest no-till residue.

By Martha Mintz posted on August 1, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Residue Management

Enzymes, microbes and humic acids may be the next evolution in residue management, as no-tillers continue searching for ways to increase biological activity in their soils and break down tough cornstalks.

No-Till, Residue Opens New Doors

In the heart of wheat country, continuous no-till delivers crop flexibility and productivity for Kansas grower Tom Pauly.

By Mark Parker posted on August 1, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Residue Management

Tom Pauly pulls a pair of pliers from the holster on his hip, kneels down and scratches through a thick thatch of crop residue. And he smiles.

Not All Fertilizer Bands Play The Same Song

May 5, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: International Plant Nutrition Institute

So often, phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) are used in the same sentence when people talk about banded fertilizer applications, as if both were different verses of the same song

Finding The Right Fit With Fertility

To be more efficient with fertilizer, strip-tillers must be use caution in cutting rates and put nutrients where they do more good than harm.

By Dan Zinkland posted on May 1, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management

One reason why growers are turning to strip-till is so they can place nutrients in the soil where plants need them.

No-Till Experts Share Their Best Ideas

NNTC speakers say cover crops, precision ag technology can help growers squeeze more profit out of every acre

By Jim Leverich posted on May 1, 2011

In January I attended the 19th annual National No-Tillage Conference (NNTC) in Cincinnati with more than 800 new and veteran no-till professionals.

Practices To Increase Corn Yields, Profits

April 21, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Seeding & Planting, Soil Health

Source: Ohio State University

A more practical and economic approach to achieving high yields is to follow proven cultural practices that enhance corn performance.

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