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Soil Sampling: Understanding the Importance & Methods

June 29, 2023 | Posted in Soil Health

To get a complete picture of how an agroecosystem is doing, you have to look at what’s happening below the ground. One way to do so is with soil testing, which measures a wide range of soil characteristics and data points, including pH, organic matter, and microbial activity.

No-Till Farmer Influencers & Innovators

[Podcast] Digging Deeper into Cover Crop Benefits with Ray Weil

In this episode of the No-Till Farmer Influencers & Innovators podcast, brought to you by Martin Industries, we’re sitting in on a presentation by Ray Weil, Soil Scientist at the University of Maryland to discuss his research. He explains how cover crops influence nutrient profiles, optimal planting dates for cover crops and how well different kinds of cover crops can penetrate dense, compacted soils.

By Julia Gerlach posted on September 22, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Soil Health, Water Management

In this episode of the No-Till Farmer Influencers & Innovators podcast, brought to you by Martin Industries, we’re sitting in on a presentation by Ray Weil, Soil Scientist at the University of Maryland to discuss his research. He explains how cover crops influence nutrient profiles, optimal planting dates for cover crops and how well different kinds of cover crops can penetrate dense, compacted soils.

Digging Deeper to Find Nitrogen-Rich Treasures

Soil samples are typically taken from 6-12 inches, but Ray Weil believes no-tillers must go much deeper to discover the true nature of nutrient availability.

By Mark McNeely posted on February 10, 2018 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Most no-tillers perform various types of soil sampling on prescribed schedules to gain insight into myriad soil health performance indicators, including nutrient and mineral content, as well as soil organic matter.

Evaluate Soil Test Results for Nutrient Applications in Spring, Winter Wheat

November 7, 2017 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Washington State University Extension

A full analysis of soil samples can help growers raising spring and winter wheat optimize fertility levels in soils and increase yields by as much as 6-12 bushels, says Washington State University Extension.

The Challenge of Collecting a Representative Soil Sample

September 27, 2017 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Considering the variability that likely exists within a field because of inherent soil formation factors and past production practices, no-tillers should have an objective clearly in mind when collecting a representative soil samples, says Kansas State University Extension.

Tips for Diagnosing Nutrient Deficiencies

June 22, 2016 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Penn State Extension

Penn State Extension shares how to identify nutrient deficiencies and why the deficiency is occurring.

Making Dollars And ‘Sense’ With No-Till

From spraying to planting to soil sampling, Missouri no-tiller Garrett Riekhof crunches the math on nearly every equipment and precision investment to get the highest possible ‘ROI’ to the bottom line.

By Clair Urbain posted on August 1, 2014 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

When it comes to running a no-till operation precisely and profitably, Garrett Riekhof pushes the pencil on every aspect of his fifth-generation farm.

No-Till Notes

Take Soil Samples With Precision Ag In Mind

Define variability and create a plan with the help of an agronomist to maximize fertilizer efficiency and profits.

By Jim Leverich posted on September 1, 2010 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture

With precision ag technology available to spread fertilizer at variable rates, soil testing is essential to make fertilizer prescriptions. Soil tests will give a basis for fine-tuning fertilizer and manure inputs so they are used cost effectively on your farm

Passing The No-Till Reins

Fewer tractor hours and inputs help ease farm transition from one generation to the next.

By Martha Ostendorf posted on October 1, 2009 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101, Nutrient Management

Chris Rodabaugh discovered an extremely effective way to drastically cut his hours in the tractor — by passing the no-till torch to his son, Clint.

Better Soils, Fertility Management Give Indiana No-Tiller Better Results

Gypsum, drainage and a wiser approach to fertility have improved soil biology and corn and soybean yields for Jack Maloney.

By Darrell Bruggink posted on August 1, 2009 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Jack Maloney used to be your typical farmer when it came to managing soil and fertility. He relied heavily on his local co-op for recommendations — after all, their agronomists had spent years in school studying science, chemistry and biology.

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Soil Sampling: Understanding the Importance & Methods

[Podcast] Digging Deeper into Cover Crop Benefits with Ray Weil

Digging Deeper to Find Nitrogen-Rich Treasures

Evaluate Soil Test Results for Nutrient Applications in Spring, Winter Wheat

The Challenge of Collecting a Representative Soil Sample

Tips for Diagnosing Nutrient Deficiencies

Making Dollars And ‘Sense’ With No-Till

Take Soil Samples With Precision Ag In Mind

Passing The No-Till Reins

Better Soils, Fertility Management Give Indiana No-Tiller Better Results

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