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    Does Pipeline Installation have a Lasting Effect on Crop Yields?

    Author(s): Steve Culman , Author(s): Theresa Brehm

    Numerous underground oil and gas pipelines have been installed through Ohio farmland over the past several years. This has left many growers wondering if this installation will have lasting impacts on their soils and crops.

    Issue: 2021-24
  2. Precision University

    Precision University: Combating Compaction

    Author(s): Amanda Douridas, CCA

     

     
     
     
     
     
    Issue: 2019-40

  3. Avoiding Compaction

    Heavy farm machinery compacts the soil, both on tilled ground and no-tilled ground. Compaction induced by agricultural machinery often affects soil properties and crop production. Axle load is the first factor that has to be considered in soil compaction, according to Randall Reeder, Ohio State University Emeriti and Dr. Sjoerd Duiker, Penn State Soil Specialist. Axle load is the total load supported by one axle, usually expressed in tons or pounds.

    Issue: 2018-08
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    Yet More Rain during Delayed 2017 Harvest: Managing the Risk of Soil Compaction

    Author(s): Elizabeth Hawkins , Author(s): John Fulton

    Waiting for optimal field conditions may no longer be an option with harvest lagging behind the trending pace due to delayed planting and recent wet weather. Observation data from the CoCoRaHS network indicated weekend storms brought nearly 3 inches of rain to some areas bringing harvest to a halt in Ohio. Before rushing to resume harvest in marginal soil conditions, it is important to consider the consequences, namely; soil compaction.

     

    Issue: 2017-38

  5. Soil Health and Compaction Issues Dinner Program

    Author(s): Mark Badertscher

    Dr. Steven Culman, Soil Fertility specialist at The Ohio State University will be the guest speaker at an event being held Tuesday, August 1 at Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative Community Room located at 1210 West Lima Street in Kenton.  The program will begin at 6:30 pm with a catered meal, followed by a presentation by Culman.  Dr.

    Issue: 2017-23
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