View the secret underground world of soil livestock —including beneficial bacteria, mycorrhizal fungi and earthworms — that are essential to building healthy no-tilled soils and reducing your cost of production. https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/rss en-us jdobberstein@lesspub.com Last week’s Durnell decision and executive order on regenerative ag are a sign there is a glaring need to change the status quo if we are to strengthen farm resilience, and everyone needs to be on board. Last week’s Durnell decision and executive order on regenerative ag are a sign there is a glaring need to change the status quo if we are to strengthen farm resilience, and everyone needs to be on board. 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15405 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:10:10 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15405-sooner-or-later-a-pivot-from-glyphosate-will-be-needed John-Dobberstein2.jpg Each week our editors will bring you data from our 2025 No-Till Farmer Operational Benchmark Survey. Continue reading and check back weekly for the next set of valuable data. 2025 No-Till Farmer Operational Benchmark Survey. Continue reading and check back weekly for the next set of valuable data.]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/14342 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/14342-no-till-cropping-and-business-insights NTF_No-Till Cropping & Business Insights_1080x567.png kdowning@lessitermedia.com Compost extracts produced with equipment from Hiwassee Products and implemented by AgriBio Systems, are improving nutrient efficiency, soil structure, water infiltration and system resilience for farmers. Compost extracts produced with equipment from Hiwassee Products and implemented by AgriBio Systems, are improving nutrient efficiency, soil structure, water infiltration and system resilience for farmers.

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15400 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:12:31 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15400-building-healthier-soil-with-compost-extracts nnewman@lessitermedia.com Robert Boyle, the 2026 Strip-Till Innovator Award recipient, uses strip-till & cover crops to revive soil & slash inputs in ‘dry country’ Robert Boyle, the 2026 Strip-Till Innovator Award recipient, uses strip-till & cover crops to revive soil & slash inputs in ‘dry country’

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15403 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15403-proving-strip-till-can-work-anywhere-even-in-the-desert Robert-Boyle-the-2026-Strip-Till-Innovator-Award-recipient-1.jpg TRAILBLAZER. 2026 Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle captures strip-till success in Coolidge, Ariz., where his farm receives less than 7 inches of rain annually. Noah Newman This article is an excerpt from Ukrainian no-tiller Mykhailo Drahanchuk's book "No-Till for Beginners" This article is an excerpt from Ukrainian no-tiller Mykhailo Drahanchuk's book "No-Till for Beginners"

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15401 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15401-switching-to-no-till Mykhailo-Drahanchuk's-book-No-Till-for-Beginners.jpg The book contains 4 chapters and 125 pages of practical info to help growers transition to no-till successfully. Severy, Kan., grower Gail Fuller & his partner, Lynette Miller, explain how focusing on building the soil & growing healthy food on their new farm feeds their souls, not just the bottom line Severy, Kan., grower Gail Fuller & his partner, Lynette Miller, explain how focusing on building the soil & growing healthy food on their new farm feeds their souls, not just the bottom line 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15399 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15399-a-no-tillers-road-to-redemption A No-Tillers Road to Redemption-1.jpg DIGGING DEEP. Although Gail Fuller is no longer focused on production agriculture, soil health is still at the center of what happens at Circle 7 Farms. More than 100 people a year attend The Fuller Field School to learn more about soil biological processes and the link between healthy soils and healthy food. Gail Fuller jdobberstein@lesspub.com Growers continue to implement these products in their farming operation but still have questions about research data & ROI Growers continue to implement these products in their farming operation but still have questions about research data & ROI  

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15398 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15398-no-tillers-strip-tillers-interested-in-biologicals-but-adoption-challenges-remain No-Tillers Strip-Tillers Interested in Biologicals but Adoption Challenges Remain-1.jpg The 2nd annual Ag Biologicals Benchmark Report published by No-Till Farmer found interest in these products is strong, but growers still have many questions. Adobe Stock kdowning@lessitermedia.com Biologicals innovator shares tips for determining which products will deliver a strong ROI Biologicals innovator shares tips for determining which products will deliver a strong ROI

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15392 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15392-biologicals-sorting-the-pretenders-and-contenders mvogel@lessitermedia.com Despite unpredictable weather conditions, Wisconsin no-tiller remains optimistic about strong crops for 2026 growing season Despite unpredictable weather conditions, Wisconsin no-tiller remains optimistic about strong crops for 2026 growing season

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15390 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15390-no-till-and-cover-crops-shine-during-dry-growing-season 2026-Conservation-Ag-Operator-Fellow-Tony-Peirick-1.jpg Watertown, Wis., no-tiller Tony Peirick is No-Till Farmer’s 2026 Conservation Ag Operator Fellow, chosen for the honor due to his extensive experience with no-till and cover crops, his innovative approach to conservation practices and his inspiring leadership to help other farmers adopt no-till practices through farmer-led groups. John Dobberstein jdobberstein@lesspub.com Jonathan Lundgren, founder of the Ecdysis Foundation, along with Clarksville, Ind. no-tiller Rick Clark, Bluffton, Ga., rancher Will Harris and Foxholm, N.D. farmer Brendon Bock were on hand last Friday as Trump signed the order, which said funding should be “significantly increased” for regenerative agriculture practices, research and education. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15379 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15379-trumps-executive-order-prioritizes-precision-ag-regenerative-farming Tom-Cotter-interseeding-blended-cover-crops-1.jpg BETWEEN THE ROWS. Cotter has used this home-built 40-foot interseeder for nearly 10 years to plant multi-species cover crop blends between crop rows. He says the rotary hoe wheels work well in residue, fluffing the material up as the cover crop seed drops to the ground before being covered and protected by the mulch. Tom Cotter The half-day forum is designed to help soybean farmers better understand and evaluate conservation incentive programs while connecting directly with organizations and companies offering these opportunities. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15374 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15374-asa-farmer-forum-to-deliver-practical-insights-on-conservation-programs-and-profitability Three stalwart individuals and organizations who dedicate their time and passion to farm conservation were recently inducted into the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) Hall of Fame. Three stalwart individuals and organizations who dedicate their time and passion to farm conservation were recently inducted into the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) Hall of Fame.

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15356 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15356-new-members-of-ctic-hall-of-fame-inducted 2.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com In preparation for the 35th Annual National No-Tillage Conference, we are counting down to the event by sharing 35 stories before our 35th anniversary takes place in Indianapolis, Ind., in January 2027. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15350 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15350-video-steve-groff-shares-why-hes-excited-for-the-35th-annual-national-no-tillage-conference Steve-Groff-Shares-Why-He's-Excited-for-the-35th-Annual-National-No-Tillage-Conference.png jdobberstein@lesspub.com If you’re using biostimulants, bioherbicides or biofertilizers on your farm, we’d would love to hear how you’re using these products on your farm, what successes you’re having and what challenges you’ve run across. If you’re using biostimulants, bioherbicides or biofertilizers on your farm, we’d would love to hear how you’re using these products on your farm, what successes you’re having and what challenges you’ve run across.

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15351 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15351-how-are-you-using-biologicals-on-your-farm-wed-like-to-know HEALTHY-SOIL.jpg HEALTHY SOILS. Soil organic matter at Reddick Farms in Bardwell, Ky., has increased from 1% to 3% over the past 8 years. The Reddicks have also seen a significant decline in soil erosion since going all in on no-till and cover crops in 2018.  jdobberstein@lesspub.com We have an ag appropriations bill and Farm Bill 2.0 coming down the pike. For these programs to operate well locally we need farmers involved in the decision making. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15348 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15348-your-golden-chance-to-improve-farm-programs-locally John-Dobberstein2.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com In this video, Noah Newman checks in with an update on the 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference, which takes place Aug. 6-7 in Springfield, Ill. Newman catches up with Coolidge, Ariz., strip-tiller Robert Boyle, who explains why the conference is a must-attend for him every year. In this video, Noah Newman checks in with an update on the 2026 National Strip-Tillage Conference, which takes place Aug. 6-7 in Springfield, Ill. Newman catches up with Coolidge, Ariz., strip-tiller Robert Boyle, who explains why the conference is a must-attend for him every year. 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15347 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15347-why-this-lone-wolf-keeps-returning-to-the-national-strip-till-conference mvogel@lessitermedia.com Hop in the cab, hit shuffle and enjoy these songs that all have something to do with farming. Some of them are directly farming related like Luke Bryan's "Rain Is a Good Thing." Other's might be more subtle like Jason Isbell's song "Grown," which isn't necessarily about agriculture but the title involves things (or people) that grow. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15344 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:11:11 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15344-listen-to-the-2026-growing-season-farm-playlist Mackane-Vogel-350x.jpg jdobberstein@lesspub.com NRCS Chief Colton L. Buckley told No-Till Farmer he is prioritizing field staff to improve field engagement and technical expertise. No-Till Farmer he is prioritizing field staff to improve field engagement and technical expertise.]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15342 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15342-nrcs-promises-farmers-will-see-modernized-approach Eye-on-Washington NEW.png As drought risk intensifies across U.S. farmland, the Soil Health Institute (SHI) has launched a new, science-based tool to help farmers and advisors understand how soil health management can improve water availability and crop resilience. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15326 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15326-free-tool-helps-growers-see-impact-of-regenerative-practices-on-drought-resilience DRC-results-1024x770.png kdowning@lessitermedia.com Hi! My name is Kendra Downing and I am working as the editorial intern for the Lessiter Media grower division this summer! I’m excited to work with the Lessiter team, provide quality information to farmers and grow as a writer! Hi! My name is Kendra Downing and I am working as the editorial intern for the Lessiter Media grower division this summer! I’m excited to work with the Lessiter team, provide quality information to farmers and grow as a writer!

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15324 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:45:55 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15324-growing-on-and-off-the-farm 8EDE71AF-A190-4787-9DF9-48E94A8AB69F.JPG nnewman@lessitermedia.com “For the first shovel out of the ground to find an earthworm, that’s just unheard of in Arizona,” Robert Boyle says. Editor Noah Newman shares more observations from his visit with the Strip-Till Innovator in Coolidge, Ariz. “For the first shovel out of the ground to find an earthworm, that’s just unheard of in Arizona,” Robert Boyle says. Editor Noah Newman shares more observations from his visit with the Strip-Till Innovator in Coolidge, Ariz. 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15301 Sat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15301-cover-crops-bring-soil-back-to-life-in-dry-country Boyle Soil.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, we pay a visit to Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle’s farm in Coolidge, Ariz., for an up-close look at how he’s transforming his soils with cover crops and diverse rotations. Titan International, we pay a visit to Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle’s farm in Coolidge, Ariz., for an up-close look at how he’s transforming his soils with cover crops and diverse rotations.]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15304 Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15304-cover-crops-strip-till-spark-desert-soil-revival Cover-Crops,-Strip-Till-Spark-Desert-Soil-Revival.png jdobberstein@lesspub.com So here’s a thought — why not invest in a no-till system and cover crops that are appropriate for the climate and KEEP SOIL IN PLACE? And improve nutrient cycling and water infiltration while you’re at it? http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15310 Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15310-ditching-common-sense-causes-local-dust-bowl John-Dobberstein2.jpg Ask a neighbor who continues to till the ground 2-3 times a year: if all federal payments were eliminated, would you switch to no-till? Ask a neighbor who continues to till the ground 2-3 times a year: if all federal payments were eliminated, would you switch to no-till?

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15307 Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15307-give-up-the-soil-loss-still-increase-your-income Reeder_Randall.png USDA today announced the availability of $65 million this year for new tools, approaches, practices and technologies to further natural resource conservation on private lands through the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15299 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:08:22 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15299-nrcs-announces-65-million-for-conservation-innovation-grants NRCS_CIG_SocialMedia_24-3-Web Header.jpg Row-crop farmers can benefit from the ‘animal equation’ through new income streams, lowered input costs & improved soil carbon capture, says former USDA scientist Jonathan Lundgren Row-crop farmers can benefit from the ‘animal equation’ through new income streams, lowered input costs & improved soil carbon capture, says former USDA scientist Jonathan Lundgren

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15300 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15300-boost-revenue-and-soil-health-by-integrating-livestock-with-no-till Integrating-Livestock-with-No-Till-1.jpg STOCK UP & SAVE. Increased stock density and intensive grazing management helps long-term forage production, boosts farm income, and reduces weed and insect pressure, particularly when added as a tool to diversify a crop-only farm. Research shows the “animal equation” is vital to building soils and reducing inputs — usually within the first year. Dan Crummett jdobberstein@lesspub.com Buckley told No-Till Farmer Tuesday he will continue pushing to modernize the tools farmers have available through the NRCS and ensure the agency “gets back to basics” helping them succeed with their conservation goals. Buckley told No-Till Farmer Tuesday he will continue pushing to modernize the tools farmers have available through the NRCS and ensure the agency “gets back to basics” helping them succeed with their conservation goals. 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15298 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15298-nrcs-chief-talks-goals-for-agency-as-ag-tech Buckley pull quote.png lessitef@lesspub.com The same highly sophisticated seismic tools and methods used to measure the severity of earthquakes show promise in determining the impact tillage has on soil moisture and water retention. The same highly sophisticated seismic tools and methods used to measure the severity of earthquakes show promise in determining the impact tillage has on soil moisture and water retention.

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1/post/15294 Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/blogs/1-covering-no-till/post/15294-quake-sensors-show-tillage-weakens-soil Frankly-Speaking-logo_0324_1000px (1).png Through Success from the Ground Up, Cargill provides financial support to soil health organizations focused on providing access to training and technical information that can help remove barriers for row crop farmers who want to rebuild the health of their soils, plant cover crops, and make better use of their water. Through Success from the Ground Up, Cargill provides financial support to soil health organizations focused on providing access to training and technical information that can help remove barriers for row crop farmers who want to rebuild the health of their soils, plant cover crops, and make better use of their water. 

]]> http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15291 Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15291-ctic-seeking-participants-for-new-mentoring-program Cargill_CTIC.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com Meanwhile, over in Mt. Sterling, Illinois, young farmer Wade Yingling and his dad, Bruce, are capturing success with strip-till and cover crops, with a little vertical tillage mixed in as well. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15280 Sun, 17 May 2026 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/15280-young-farmer-saves-soil-crushes-weeds-with-strip-till-and-rye Young-Farmer-Saves-Soil,-Crushes-Weeds-with-Strip-Till-&-Rye.png