Limestone is a cost-effective input, often yielding the highest ROI when correcting soil pH. Soil tests reveal that low pH is a prevalent issue, affecting around 40% of Illinois farmed acres.
As you begin to rein in production costs, big ticket items such as fertilizer naturally get a lot of scrutiny. Now's the time to think through how you'll best allocate available dollars for nutrients.
It’s a good idea to pay a visit to your doctor every year — even if you’re feeling fine. A complete physical exam can give you the peace of mind to keep doing what you’re doing, or it could uncover areas of concern. Soil is no different.
There are various vertical tillage systems — conventional vertical tillage, one-pass-and-plant vertical tillage, no-till and strip-till. How do you decide which tillage system fits your operation and temperament?
