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Getting It Done With One-Pass Systems

While some sacrifices are required, more no-tillers are putting down fertilizer with the planter to reduce field passes, boost nutrient efficiency and improve soil health.

By Mark Parker posted on May 1, 2012 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Seeding & Planting

The push to increase productivity and yields in agriculture has convinced an increasing number of no-tillers to explore one-pass planting and fertilizing systems.

Controlled Traffic's Benefits Piling Up

Research worldwide shows these systems can boost yields and soil health, and starting the practice in the U.S. isn't as difficult as many no-tillers think.

By Phil Needham posted on February 1, 2012 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture, Water Management

As farm sizes continue to increase, the size, working width and overall weight of farm equipment continues to grow proportionally. Some of the heaviest farm equipment has axle loads exceeding 20 tons.

Check These Critical Keys To No-Till Planter Efficiency

Keeping it simple is the key to increased no-till yields.

By Jordanna Smida posted on August 1, 2001 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

In the 17 years that Terry Schneider, of Shirley, Ill., has been no-tilling, he’s tried as many planter systems as there are. Even today, with the latest technology, Schneider says he’s come full circle.

Seed Right!

All seeding rigs have their pros and cons, but here's a special design that's darn near perfect.

By Katherine Meitner posted on December 1, 2000 | Posted in Equipment, Seeding & Planting

I don't care who you are or where you live, seeding crops into your no-till fields is never a vacation. There’s always things that break down, conditions that are less than favorable or just not enough time in the day.

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Kinze Innovation Day Showcases No-Till, Strip-Till Equipment

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, a big piece of equipment is unveiled at the Kinze Product Innovation Day in Williamsburg, Iowa.

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