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Finding the Precision Payback No Matter How Small the Farm

A modest investment in GPS and auto-steer technology can bring a substantial return on investment for smaller no-till operations, says a precision farming specialist.
By Jack Zemlicka posted on May 18, 2015 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture
The decision to spend several thousand dollars on cutting-edge precision farming technology is a calculated one for any no-tiller. But for the small-acre operator, getting a return on investment is especially critical to justify the expense.
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Harvest Decisions Set Stage For No-Till Planting

Controlled traffic, GPS guidance and crop rotation can help no-tillers deal with corn residue levels and avoid over-processing and erosion.
By Jim Leverich posted on August 1, 2014 | Posted in Residue Management
The decisions we make about stalk management affect the performance of our no-till systems, and definitely impact the amount of erosion in our fields.
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Seeking A Simpler Solution For Tractor ‘Cab Clutter’

As no-tillers endure headaches getting precision tools to work together, manufacturers are pushing standardized testing and a searchable database to improve equipment compatibility.
By Jack Zemlicka posted on August 1, 2014 | Posted in Precision Agriculture
Connecting different brands of farm machinery and precision technology can be as appealing as a root canal for many no-tillers. The process often prompts head scratching, hand wringing and hit-or-miss success achieving peak performance.
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No-Till And Strip-Till: The Best Of Both Worlds

Precision technology, cover crops and innovative equipment are helping Indiana no-tiller and strip-tiller Mike Shuter and sons get the most out of two different conservation-tillage systems.
By John Dobberstein and Jack Zemlicka posted on February 1, 2014 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture, Strip-Till Farming
The 1980s were difficult times for farmers, and it was no different for Mike Shuter and his family. Hoping to make due with less, they looked to no-till to reduce fuel, labor and expenses, with the hope of maintaining yields.
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On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin-Till, precision specialist Chad Baker, co-owner of Baker Precision Planter Works in Orangeville, Ill., helps a first-generation no-tiller with planter setup, and later encounters a couple problems with a strip-tiller’s new 24-row planter. Plus, veteran agronomist Brad Forkner checks in with a couple tips for farmers to keep in mind before they take the field.

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