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Landrollers: Challenges And Benefits

January 10, 2011 | Posted in Equipment, Soil Health, Water Management

Land rolling use has steadily increased, especially on soybean fields in the Upper Midwest during the past few years.

Fires Scorch No-Till Profits

A no-tiller’s investment in crop residue can go up in smoke during field fires, but some steps can be taken to soften the blow

By Julie Orchard posted on January 1, 2011 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

As a no-tiller, you know crop residue is crucial to the success of the system. It protects the soil against the forces of wind and water erosion, provides food for earthworms and microorganisms and holds valuable nutrients.

Opportunity Knocks!

Based on market conditions, double-cropping soybeans behind wheat in 2011 looks extremely attractive.

By Frank Lessiter posted on December 1, 2010 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

With grain prices on the rise compared to historical levels, some no-tillers are taking a closer look at seeding wheat this fall and no-tilling double-cropped soybeans for 2011. If you’re located in an area where double-cropping can work, this may be a way to boost your 2011 profits.

20 Ways To Shave Your Nitrogen Rates Without Nicking Yields

Stung by roller-coaster prices, no-tillers are scrutinizing one of their most expensive inputs and living with less applied nitrogen.

By Martha Mintz posted on November 1, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Economic, conservation and scientific reasons appear to be pushing no-tillers toward applying less nitrogen in their fields.

The Right Time To Apply Phosphorus And Potassium

October 20, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: University of Illinois

With a promising harvest under way, it’s a good time to replenish fields with phosphorus and potassium, says Fabian Fernandez, University of Illinois Extension specialist in soil fertility and plant nutrition.

Visual Symptoms Tell Story of Nutrient Deficiencies

October 19, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: The Mosaic Company

Throughout the growing season, crops may exhibit unusual coloring, stunted growth and leaf damage or defoliation.

Experts Fear Critical Phosphorus Shortage in Future

October 15, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Alabama Cooperative Extension System

A mineral not only essential to farming but also to life on earth is running out, and scientists currently are at a loss as to what to do about it.

Corn Rootworm-Resistant Hybrids Need More Nutrients

The larger root mass in hybrids with corn-rootworm resistance function longer and remove more water and nutrients than non-corn-rootworm counterparts.

By Dan Zinkland posted on October 1, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

No-tillers need to pay attention to the extra phosphorus, zinc and other nutrients that corn rootworm-resistant (CRW) hybrids use compared to biotech hybrids without the CRW trait, says Fred Below, University of Illinois plant physiologist.

Researchers Say Phosphorus Runoff Can Be Slowed by Changing Farm Practices

September 30, 2010 | Posted in Water Management

Source: PhysOrg.com, provided by Iowa State Univ.

Two recent studies by Iowa State University researchers show that phosphorus runoff into Iowa's rivers, streams and lakes can be slowed by farmers changing how they plant and fertilize their crops.

Wait To Apply Fall Nitrogen

September 23, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Farmers should wait until soil temperatures drop to the appropriate temperature before applying fall nitrogen, a University of Illinois agronomist says.

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