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Johnson Receives Soil Health, Conservation Leader Award
Noble Research Institute soils and crops consultant Jim Johnson received the 2019 Oklahoma Association of Conservation District (OACD) President’s Award. He was honored at the association’s annual meeting in February.
Noble Research Institute Celebrates 75 Years
ARDMORE, Okla. — Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020, marks the 75th anniversary of Noble Research Institute and the beginning of a year-long celebration of agricultural producers, the land that provides...
Brush encroachment provides clues about soil health
Brush encroachment is a common problem across the landscape these days.
Organic matter serves important role in soil health
The contributions of soil organic matter and how to maintain or increase it.
Grazing cover crops requires management and balance
Mixed-species forage crops can have similar benefits as traditional cover crops.
Five basic principles increase soil health
Are you a cattle manager, a grass manager or a soil manager? Many cattlemen view livestock as their base crop through the sale of beef. Others view grass as their base crop. While management of...
Cover Crops: A Tool in Agricultural Production
Cover crops are a tool in agricultural production just as tractors and herbicides are tools. When used correctly and with purpose, they can be effective. When used incorrectly or with unrealistic expectations, they can be harmful.
Cover Crop Economic Considerations
Many factors should be considered to determine the economic value of cover crops.
Is Prescribed Fire a Friend or Foe to Soil Health?
Without fire on rangelands, many of the soil health building principles are much harder to achieve.
Studying How Cover Crops, Tillage Affect the Life in Soil
Kelly Craven, Ph.D., an associate professor of microbial symbiology, discusses his work with agronomist James Rogers, Ph.D., to better understand the impacts of cover cropping and tillage practices on the microbial communities, and ultimately the health, of Oklahoma soils.