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Why do we not STRIP TILL every acre of corn?

I was introduced to strip till in 1975. It worked pretty well, very well actually; but it didn't sell.

Almost every soil scientist on the planet is recommending strip till as the most economical, most environmentally friendly way to produce corn but only a handful of growers are actually putting strip till into practice. 



What's the deal? 

Corn seems to like it! 

The soil seems to like…

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Added by Jim Boak on December 23, 2016 at 11:37am — 2 Comments

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2016

Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

USDA Report Sparks Mixed Results Across Grain Markets

Corn prices fell while soybeans rose after USDA raised yield estimates, as Midwest harvest delays and South American weather risks created mixed grain and oilseed market results.

Paul Hoekstra Joins U of G Leadership

The University of Guelph has named Paul Hoekstra as its first executive director of agri-food strategy and partnerships to support innovation, research, and industry collaboration.

Cows Can Become Pregnant Even Without Embryonal Interferon Tau

The University of Guelph has named Paul Hoekstra as its first executive director of agri-food strategy and partnerships to support innovation, research, and industry collaboration.

Hensall Co-op Supports Ronald McDonald House

Hensall Co-op is celebrating Co-op Week through a donation and volunteer initiative that supports rural families with children receiving medical care.

Ontario Farmer Wins YEN Highest Winter Wheat Yield

The Great Lakes YEN announced its 2025-26 winter wheat yield winners in Ontario and Michigan, highlighting data-driven crop management and achievement of high yield potential.

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