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Improve Seed Distribution by Calibrating Seed Drill Before Planting Wheat

September 22, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Proper drill calibration can increase the chances of success of the wheat crop by ensuring the amount of seed planted per acre is close to the target, says Kansas State University Extension.

Turning a No-Till Dairy Operation Into a ‘Cash Cow’

Decades of no-till practices, cover crops and manure applications have helped no-till pioneer Franke Dijkstra and his family turn Brazil’s Frank’Anna Farm into a profitable, sustainable dairy farm.

By John Dobberstein posted on September 21, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

More than 4 decades ago, Franke Dijkstra found himself struggling with serious wind and water erosion on his sandy, rocky soils, as he was running a grain and dairy operation in southern Brazil.

5 Valuable Takeaways from the National Strip-Tillage Conference

The 2015 event held in Iowa City, Iowa, showcased cutting-edge techniques used by top strip-tillers that attendees can take home and put to use in their own operations.

By Ian Gronau posted on September 21, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

BUILDING ON the success of the inaugural event last year, the 2nd annual National Strip-Tillage Conference, held recently in Iowa City, Iowa, brought together a diverse group of top strip-tillers, ag consultants and researchers who shared experience-based tips and techniques during some 20 presentations and 30 roundtable discussions.

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Taking the Next Step with No-Till

Already a multi-decade experienced farmer when he started no-tilling, Don Bahe continues to embrace change on his Iowa corn and soybean farm.

September 21, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Equipment

After my 70th birthday this January, my family and I calculated that 2015 is my 51st crop. It’s also a 100% no-tilled crop, a change we’ve been very happy we made in the relatively recent past.

Boosting the Bottom Line with No-Till Continuous Soybeans

Nebraska no-tiller Greg Anderson has proven that with the right conditions, fertility program and crop protection plan, continuous soybeans are just as profitable as irrigated corn.

By Laura Barrera posted on September 21, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection, Nutrient Management

Unlike the majority of his neighbors in Nebraska following a corn-soybean rotation or continuous corn, Anderson has been in a continuous soybean rotation since 1990, aside from some hay and grass he grows for his cow-calf operation.

Adjusting Equipment, Adding Crops Improves No-Till Operation

Jordan and Katie Hancock have added variable-rate technology, cover crops, canola and strip-till to their no-till farm in southern Kentucky to control erosion, save inputs and increase profits.

By Laura Barrera posted on September 21, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Precision Agriculture

NO-TILL IS A natural solution to stopping erosion and pumping up profits, but the Hancock family is looking to do better

Start Clean and Stack the Deck Against Cereal Killers

September 18, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection

Source: Penn State Extension

Selecting clean seed that’s resistant to disease, along with fungicide seed treatments, can enhance your winter small grains crop this fall and into the next year, says Penn State Extension.

Terminating Alfalfa to Benefit Subsequent Corn Crops

September 16, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

Crops that follow alfalfa usually benefit from reduced nitrogen requirements, increased yield potential and lower pest pressures. Successful termination is key to realize these benefits, says University of Minnesota Extension.

Planning for 2015 Wheat Planting

September 10, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Penn State Extension

A key factor to be thinking about now is the variety to grow, says Penn State Extension. A high-yielding line with some resistance to scab is ideal.

Choose Your Wheat Cultivar Carefully for Effective Disease Management

September 9, 2015 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Crop Protection

One of the most cost effective and sustainable disease-management practices when raising winter wheat is careful selection of the cultivar to be planted. Experts from South Dakota State University Extension share some tips to keep in mind.

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