Safety first when planning deep tillage or earthwork: Call before you dig!
After harvest, producers might head to the field for deep tillage such as ripping, or to make earthwork repairs around the farm. Remember, for your safety and to prevent expensive damage to underground utilities, call before you dig.
Safety first when planning deep tillage or earthwork: Call before you dig!
With harvest complete and some mild temperatures heading into winter, farmers might take to the field for deep tillage or other earthwork repairs. Be sure to take the proper steps before starting these activities, including checking for underground utilities. Call before you dig!
Safety first when planning deep tillage or earthwork: Call before you dig!
With harvest complete and some mild temperatures heading into winter, farmers might take to the field for deep tillage, such as ripping, or to make earthwork repairs around the farm. Remember, safety comes first! Call 811 to prevent expensive damage to underground utilities. Guidelines should also be followed when digging trenches or pits.
Post-harvest field work: Deep tillage considerations
Now that row crop harvest is over in Kansas, some farmers might consider performing deep tillage to alleviate compaction. Research studies commonly conclude that deep tillage is only beneficial if the zone of compaction is truly root-limiting. This article answers several frequently asked questions related to deep tillage.