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[Video] Ahead of the Curve: High-Pressure Water Jet Planters with Susterre’s Michael Cully

For this episode of the No-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, contributing editor Dan Crummett talks with Cully about Susterre’s system and what it means for the future of no-till.
By Dan Crummett posted on December 16, 2022 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops, Residue Management, Water Management
For this episode of the No-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, contributing editor Dan Crummett talks with Cully about Susterre’s system and what it means for the future of no-till.
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Tackling Labor & Erosion Issues with No-Till, Strip-Till & Cover Crops

Northeast Ohio no-tiller cuts costs, boosts yields and improves soil health in 5 years.
By Noah Newman posted on November 30, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops
A sign that reads “Ohio Bicentennial Farm” stands outside Kris and Lacie Green’s house, honoring the family’s legacy in the village of Wakeman. Kris Green’s ancestors founded the operation known as Willow Brook Farm in 1817 after moving from Connecticut.
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British Isles' Interest in No-Till Rises with Input Costs, Says Gabe Brown

November 14, 2022 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Cover Crops, Crop Protection, Nutrient Management, Soil Health
Gabe Brown, a Bismarck, N.D., no-tiller and regenerative agriculture pioneer, Shane New and Allen Williams were invited by Regenerative Asset Management and Groundswell in the U.K. and Ireland’s National Organic Training Skillsets to observe and assess farm and grazing conditions and to conduct soil health workshops for their farming peers. The No-Till Passport series is brought to you by Martin Industries.
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No-Till, Cattle & Diverse Cover Crops Mix Well

The combination of a 3-way crop rotation, covers and grazing is resulting in big savings by reducing the number of tillage passes, increasing yields and improving soil health.
By Sarah Hill posted on November 11, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops
Salem, S.D., farmer Kurt Stiefvater started no-tilling 20 years ago to save soil moisture and save more money by reducing the number of tillage passes. He added small grains and cover crops to the 1,800-acre operation 8 years ago, and those decisions have improved Stiefvater’s yields, soil health and the condition of his cattle herd.
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Buffering the Soil with Long-Term Cover Cropping

Jeff Olson is protecting soil and improving water infiltration with a mixed bag of application methods and plenty of patience.
By Libby Wawzenek posted on November 4, 2022 | Posted in Cover Crops
Jeff Olson isn’t afraid to step outside his comfort zone. A 5th-generation corn and soybean farmer in Winfield, Iowa, Olson attributes part of his willingness to take risks and try new things to his years of experience.
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Last-Minute Planter Prep for No-Tillers & Strip-Tillers

Last-Minute Planter Prep for No-Tillers & Strip-Tillers

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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