Step-by-Step Approach Yields Early Success with No-Till Transition
Bruce Nelson is seeing improved drainage, stable yields and more organic matter after parking his tillage equipment and focusing on soil health and structure.
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John Dobberstein
John Dobberstein is the Senior Editor of No-Till Farmer, Strip-Till Farmer, and Cover Crop Strategies. He previously covered agriculture for the Tulsa World and worked for daily newspapers in Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Joseph, Mich. This is John's second stint with Lessiter Media, the previous lasting almost 13 years.
Contact: jdobberstein@lessitermedia.com
Contact: jdobberstein@lessitermedia.com
ARTICLES
Managing the Cattle and Cover Crop Portfolio
Max Martin is seeing improved forage optimization, healthier cattle and more robust soils on his Texas ranch after shifting to a no-till, cover-crop system.
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High-Tech Fertility, Covers Build No-Till Soils and Yields
With a one-pass planting system, cover crops and a drone for scouting, no-tiller Jeremy Wilson is making the most of his fertilizer investment.
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10 Ways for No-Tillers to Beat Compaction Challenges
More axles, lower tire pressure, controlled traffic, cover crops, and a dose of patience can keep compaction from hurting yields.
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Hatching a No-Till Plan for Controlling Pesky Marestail
A diverse, timely herbicide program is crucial to avoid dealing with this persistent weed in no-tilled crops.
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