Above photo: NATURAL PLOW. When Norm Deets acquires a new farm that hasn’t been no-tilled, he grows alfalfa for 4-5 years to improve the tilth of the soil, saying it works as a “natural plow.” He’ll then no-till corn after alfalfa, as he can take a 100-pound nitrogen credit from what’s left in the soil.
Being the “scourge” of the neighborhood was one of the biggest challenges Norm Deets faced when he started no-tilling. But…
The National No-Tillage Conference returns January 7-10, 2025! Build and refine your no-till system with dozens of new ideas and connections at the 33rd Annual National No-Tillage Conference in Louisville, Ky. Jan. 7-10, 2025. Experience an energizing 4-day agenda featuring inspiring general session speakers, expert-led No-Till Classrooms and collaborative No-Till Roundtables. Plus, Certified Crop Adviser credits will be offered.
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