In an area where dirt, wheat and dirt is considered rotation, no-tiller Scott Glasscock stands out.

Selecting the most appropriate seed can improve profitability immensely on your farm. But often this is a difficult decision because so many options are available.

Recent innovations in spraying equipment — greater precision, electronically controlled booms and advancements in nozzle designs — are making it easier for no-tillers to apply inputs precisely where and when they’re needed, in exact amounts.

Shifting from conventional tillage to no-till often requires a lot of physical change in your operation. Just as importantly, adopting this new way of farming demands a strong dose of faith during a transition period that might take several years. I like to joke it’s the same kind of devotion it takes to make a good marriage work.