Silo gas is formed by the natural fermentation of chopped silage shortly after it is placed in the silo. Every farm worker must understand the dangers associated with silo gases and how to deal with them.
The package of spending bills fully funds the USDA for fiscal year 2026 and includes the extension of farm programs and authorities, not covered in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, that were set to expire on Dec. 31.
The move brings together two of the most respected names in ag-specific financial software and marks a major step forward in serving the full spectrum of farm accounting needs.
In the heart of Kansas, Matt and Janna Splitter are redefining stewardship on 13,000 acres. From no-till fields to precision data, their farm is a living example of sustainable agriculture in action.
In the heart of Kansas, Matt and Janna Splitter are redefining stewardship on 13,000 acres. From no-till fields to precision data, their farm is a living example of sustainable agriculture in action.
Each month, the conservation ag group at Cornell University offers an analysis of the latest scientific papers dealing with conservation agriculture research from around the world. For this on-going web series, our editors will be selecting several research papers from the Cornell list that will be of special interest to North American no-tillers, strip-tillers and cover croppers.
The National No-Tillage Conference returns January 12-15, 2027!Build and refine your no-till system with dozens of new ideas and connections at the 35th Annual National No-Tillage Conference in Indianapolis, Jan. 12-15, 2027. 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.
Last month I had the chance to visit with Douglas Poole on his farm in Waterville, Wash., where he is proving that no-till, cover crops and a regenerative farming system can not only work, but thrive in his part of the country.