A simple step can create a major yield jump. At least that’s what a Farm Journal Test Plot study revealed. The research shows removing layers before switching to no-till can add 20 bu. to 30 bu. of ...

Government incentives, spurred by climate change fears, will likely nudge you toward reduced tillage programs and cover crops in the near future. On-farm tests conducted by Farm Journal field ...

Is colourimetry the future of soil carbon measurement?New research led by Dr Yassine Bouslihim at the National Institute of ...

Soil degradation is an environmental concern that occurs when land becomes less fit for a specific purpose, like crop production. As the soil loses nutrients, namely phosphorous, nitrogen and ...

Nebraska farmer Jesse Williams demonstrates how careful planter adjustments across different soil types can significantly improve crop stands and profits.

Adding to a wide body of science, a new study finds organic farming systems provide many environmental benefits, as well as profitability.

Proper soil compaction is crucial for both small and large construction projects because it increases soil density and load bearing, ensuring the stability, durability, and longevity of buildings and ...

Colorado started a soil health program in 2021 to help producers overcome the barriers to adopting practices that could improve soil quality and, in turn, increase production, improve water efficiency ...