
What is wheat stubble worth? More than you might think. Before baling or burning wheat residue, consider the long-term value it provides: key nutrients, erosion protection, soil moisture, and organic matter. This article breaks down what is really lost when stubble is removed.

Before baling corn residue, consider how residue removal can affect soil moisture, erosion, and nutrient cycling. Leaving adequate residue cover supports long-term soil and crop health across Kansas croplands.