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Remote Sensing Technology Driving Conservation Solutions

July 17, 2019 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: CTIC

Data pulled from new sensor technology shows soil health practices in Iowa, Illinois and Indiana moving in the right direction, says the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC). Other states will come online soon.

New CTIC Executive Director Takes the Helm

April 24, 2019 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: CTIC

The Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) welcomes its new executive director, Mike Komp. The role will call upon Komp's skills to build collaborative networks that help promote and champion conservation farming systems, secure funding for new programs and help analyze and disseminate digital data on conservation practices.

Differences in Tilled and No Till Soils

July 3, 2017 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health, No-Till 101

Source: ZimmComm

During CTIC 2011 Conservation in Action Tour, USDA-NRCS Ohio state agronomist Mark Scarpitti demonstrates differences between tilled and no-till soils in ability to absorb fertilizer and avoid runoff.

CTIC, SARE Release 2016 Cover Crop Survey Results

January 19, 2017 | Posted in Cover Crops

Source: Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education

With over 2,000 farmers participating in the fourth annual survey, results once again showed that corn and soybean yields increased following cover crops.

CTIC Names New Executive Director

July 7, 2016 | Posted in No-Till 101

Source: Conservation Technology Information Center

The Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) has named its project director, Chad Watts, as the organization's new executive director.

Results of Cover Crop Survey Detail Yield Boosts, Soil Benefits

November 18, 2014 | Posted in Cover Crops

Source: Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

For the second year, a national survey of farmers has documented a yield boost from the use of cover crops in corn and soybeans, as well as a wide variety of other benefits.

Tips For Making Radishes Part Of A Dynamic No-Till System

A great beginner’s cover crop, oilseed radishes can tap into underground nutrients, increase water-infiltration rates and ultimately help boost crop yields.

By Laura Barrera posted on September 1, 2013 | Posted in Cover Crops

Since he started seeding radishes as cover crops 6 years ago, Illinois no-tiller Daniel Steidinger says higher yields and improved water infiltration are two major benefits he’s seen.

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No-Tillers Ahead When It Comes To Adding Cover Crops To Their Rotation

By Frank Lessiter posted on August 1, 2013 | Posted in No-Till 101

Data from a recent cover-crop survey offers solid evidence that no-tillers are ahead of many other farmers when it comes to recognizing the value of keeping their ground covered throughout the year.

Get Digging, No-Tillers!

By Laura Barrera posted on July 19, 2013 | Posted in Soil Health

Resource soil scientist and geologist Roger Windhorn says no-tillers should get their hands dirty to find out what’s really going on in their soils.

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Going 'Underground'

By Frank Lessiter posted on January 1, 2013 | Posted in Soil Health

In the 40 years I’ve been tracking no-till, soil biology has never received as much attention as it does today. As no-tillers refine their systems, more are recognizing the importance of doing a better job of managing the millions of critters living under the soil surface.

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Regenerative Farming Effects on Water Quality

Addressing a gathering of the Dodge County Farmers for Healthy Soil & Healthy Water, Russell Hedrick of Hickory, N.C., shares a presentation on the impacts on water quality that can be realized by utilizing regenerative ag practices, such as growing cover crops, reducing soil disturbance, maintaining soil armor, and integrating livestock.

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