Establish maize using strip tillage

03 Nov 2011

Strip tillage involves cultivating narrow strips of soil for drilling leaving the ground inbetween rows undisturbed.  In Europe the technique has at least 25 years history for the establishment of forage maize.  Strip tillage typically uses less fuel, saving money, and helps improve soil structure and prevent erosion.

Farmer's Weekly visit two British farmers to see how they have benefited from using strip tillage.  Click here to read more.

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