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New to no-till? Gather more about the basic principles of no-till systems and how to overcome the initial challenges to successfully convert to the practice. You'll find stories of successful strip-tillers and their operations. Read how they overcame their challenges.
Feeling overwhelmed? Start with these information-packed articles hand-picked by our editors:
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Focus on Biology for Better Soil Health
For farmers aiming for sustainable and profitable crop production, optimizing soil health and function is the ultimate endgame. -
What You Should Know About No-Till Planters
For no-tillers, the planter is the most crucial piece of equipment on their farm. This article will take you through the basic components of a no-till planter and provide you with tips for no-till planter maintenance from experienced pros in the industry. -
Digging Into the Principles of Regenerative Ag
Based on the principles of building healthy soil, regenerative ag aims to not only sustain farm productivity but to actually work with nature to regenerate the soil, increase biodiversity and enhance the farming ecosystem.
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No-Till Roundtable
Which Planter is best for closing seed slots in clay soils?
Farmers weigh in on how planters can be more effective in clay-heavy soils.
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[Podcast] Top Profit-Building Soybean Ideas with 3 No-Till Innovators
In this episode of the No-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, Alan Berry, Ross Bishop and Stan Miller discuss soybean row spacing, planting green, cover crops and more to help you implement money-making changes to your operation.
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Building Structure for Farmer-to-Farmer Education Requires Time, Determination
2023 Conservation Ag Fellow finds bringing people together isn’t as easy as it seems
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Your No-Till History
No-Till’s Value Seen During Oil Crisis — in South America, That Is…
Interest in no-till adoption got a shot in the arm when struggling Brazilian farmers saw the practice as a means to address sky-high fuel bills from the 1970s oil crisis.
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No-Tillage Agriculture Part II: A Legacy Born in Kentucky
No-Tillage Agriculture Part II: A Legacy Born in Kentucky
Scenes from the Palouse
Back in 2010, No-Till Farmer editor Frank Lessiter and his son, Mike, traveled to the Palouse area of eastern Washington to visit John Aeschliman, who’s been successfully no-tilling in the region for more than 40 years. Named one of the 25 No-Till Living Legends, no-till has allowed Aeschliman to successfully farm in an area that receives as little as 12 inches annual moisture and has slopes as steep as 60%.
Click on the articles below to learn more about Aeschliman’s operation.
No-Till Works Under Tough Conditions
What I’ve Learned from No-Tilling: Do More With Less!
25 No-Till Living Legends
As part of the 25th anniversary of the National No-Tillage Conference, the staff of No-Till Farmer honored 25 active individuals who have made no-till work and grow over the years. The 25 Living Legends are listed in alphabetical order.
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From Maverick to Mainstream: A History of No-Till Farming [2nd Edition]
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Enjoy the 2nd Edition of the must have book for anybody involved in agriculture. This stunning and unique collection of no-till stories, photographs, facts, and figures chronicles the history of no-till farming from the early years through today. This extraordinary hardbound book takes a decade-by-decade look at the world of no-till as seen through the eyes of those who observed the many changes in no-till since the first commercial U.S. plot in 1962. View
No-Till Corn: Pushing the Boundaries of Yield Potential
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This 16-page special report offers tips and guidance from growers at or near the height of their talents. Learn what challenges they face, from managing equipment to self-control, and find advice and valuable information to help you reach the same level of success that they have.
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No-Till & Cover Crops Handbook
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Transitioning from conventional farming to no-till and incorporating the use of cover crops requires a higher level of management, but with No-Till Farmer's new No-Till & Cover Crops Handbook, you now have easy access to the critical information you need on field preparation, equipment requirements, how no-till and covers impact other agronomic practices and more.
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Built to Last: No-Till's Trials & Triumphs... 60 Years Later
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This 44-page Special Commemorative Edition is meant to honor the shoulders of those on which no-tillers stand on today, and to also remind the next generation that true, revolutionary breakthroughs in farming are still possible. More than 110 million acres proves it. Based on detailed research, historical discoveries and many conversations with farmers who proudly shared their personal no-till memories, this fascinating report dives into all aspects within the rich history of no-till farming.
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Going After Bigger Profits with Organic No-Till
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Map out a smooth transition to organic no-till production and help make your farm operation more profitable in the long run with this special 32-page no-till management report. View
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More Bushels in the Bin: Surefire Strategies for High-Yielding No-Till Corn
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Get proven, practical strategies to help your corn reach its highest potential. Feature advice from contest-winning corn growers, you’ll learn how to plant, fertilize and protect your corn better to take your yields – and income – to the next level.
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No-Till Fertility Practices Package
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Turning Your No-Till Planter Into A Money-Making Machine
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Don't miss your chance to create the ultimate no-till planting machine. This 40-page, in-depth report will detail the attachements, technology upgrades and other innovative add-ons available on the market to make your no-till planting machine more efficient and profitable. We'll also share important tips from industry experts on propersetup for planters in no-till and strip-till systems.
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Videos
Harvest Update: “Educational Fall” for Veteran No-Tiller
On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by CultivAce, West Union, Iowa, no-tiller Loran Steinlage checks in with a harvest update, and explains why this fall will be one of his most educational harvests yet.
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