The value of residue SDSU Extension Ruth Beck, SDSU Agronomy Field Specialist (605) 773-8120 Ruth.beck@sdstate.edu

  • The value of residue
    The value of residue
There are years when, for one reason or another, it may be tempting for producers to bale and sell wheat or corn straw. Years when livestock feed or bedding is in short supply or some other venture makes the sale of straw appealing. The benefits of leaving crop residue on the soil surface through farm practices such as no till are numerous. In addition to reducing soil erosion, old crop residue…

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