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While many people are convinced no-till is the way to farm, many others are convinced it does not work. Clearly no-till farming can work, but failures typically occur because of one or more reasons.

It appears the problem of increasing steel prices will not be alleviated any time soon. As a result, this might be the time to consider future purchases. Waiting until later may, in fact, have a substantial cost associated with it - assuming the cost of steel, and, hence, farm machinery, equipment and supplies, will continue to increase over time.

Let's face it - it is difficult to justify having haying equipment when all you have is 10 acres. However, if you and your neighbors can work together, why not pool your resources? Small acreage producers, and even larger producers, can benefit from associations and cooperatives.