Closing keynote speaker, Cristine Morgan, chief scientific officer, The Soil Health Institute discussed measuring and evaluating soil health at Soil Health U, Jan. 18 in Salina, Kansas. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Morgan explains soil health basics at Soil Health U 

Farmland conservation practices can include windbreaks. (File photo courtesy of University of Nebraska)

How to have conversations about conservation on leased land

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension
Indentations into tilled soil from a tractor tire and planter.

Accounting for soil wetness prior to conducting farm operations to minimize compaction

Conserving water, promoting soil health

RanchWorx aerator. (Courtesy photo.)

Pasture aerators field day May 2

Late spring and early summer rains have helped crops but have weeds have also benefited from the moisture. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Weed fighters recognized by organization

Black ashes or charcoal texture, background. (Photo: iStock - Okrip)

Application of biochar in agricultural systems

  • By Rakesh Kumar, Jasmeet Lamba, Sushil Adhikari, Allen Torbert, and Wendiam Sawadgo │ Auburn University
Montana Disc Drill Employee (Photo: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service)

Making the Switch: Adopting a Stripper Header and Disc Drill