Tag Archives Soil science — page 2

Controlling compaction need not be expensive
Elgin field day highlights high-tech and low-tech methods of reducing compaction

Soil health gets bigger focus at COFS
Researchers and new technology demos are being featured at the show

Farmers should focus on reducing soil compaction
Digging holes can show how deep the problem of compaction lies below the surface

Getting the most efficient nitrogen use
Soil testing is vital to identify where nitrogen is needed

Riding the learning curve on organic no-till
Farmers are pushing the boundaries of roller-crimping winter rye and direct seeding soybeans behind

Comparing banding to broadcasting fertilizer
Precision Planting research shows 50 per cent of corn P and N should be banded at planting

Donation to boost soil health outreach
Donors aim to make sure best soil health information reaches farmers

Cover crops help reverse soil organic matter loss
The benefits may not show up immediately so farmers need to be patient