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Soil Organic Carbon Levels Increase in Texas Trials Dr. Ardell Halvorson, Dr. Arvin Mosier, and Curtis Reule Ongoing study so far shows that maximizing soil productivity in reduced-till, irrigated continuous corn production system benefits soil organic carbon sequestration. Issue 47, Vol. 13, No. 1 - Winter 2005 - Pages 8-11 (PDF, 3 pages, 181)

The Role of Roots in Maximum Soil Productivity Dr. J.L. Kovar A significant amount of production capital and labor are expended in an effort to provide an environment conducive to plant root growth. Don't ignore your investment, researcher advises. Issue 33, Vol. 9, No. 2 - Spring 2001 - Pages 18-21 (PDF, 4 pages, 179)

Putting MSP To Work FFF Review It involves implementing the ABC’s—the basic fundamentals- -of a soil improvement program that will maximize your soil’s productivity and increase yields. Issue 28, Vol. 8, No. 1 - Winter 1999 - Pages 20-23 (PDF, 2 pages, 97.8 KB)

Don’t Bale Or Burn, Build! FFF Review Residue you burn will be lost as the valuable building block for enriching soil organic matter, which can double your productivity. Issue 26, Vol. 7, No. 3 - Summer 1999 - Pages 20-23 (PDF, 2 pages, 15.3 KB)

Water Use Efficiency Key To MSP FFF Review Requires rebuilding soil to spongy structure over a period of years. Issue 24, Vol. 7, No. 1 - Winter 1998 - Pages 18-21 (PDF, 2 pages, 168 KB)

Root Zone Banding Speeds Up MSP FFF Review Improved soil tilth improves water-holding capacity and creates a more favorable environment for growing plants. Issue 23, Vol. 6, No. 4 - Fall 1998 - Pages 20-21 (PDF, 2 pages, 18.8 KB)

Maximizing Soil Productivity FFF Review Improving soil quality points way to higher yields, higher profits, and a cleaner environment. Issue 22, Vol. 6, No. 3 - Summer 1998 - Pages 20-21 (PDF, 2 pages, 18.0 KB)

Key To "Stashing" Carbon: Residue Management FFF Review Research and on-farm experience show that improvement of soil environment via high-yield farming greatly enhances stashing. Issue 21, Vol. 6. No. 2 - Spring 1998 - Pages 20-21 (PDF, 2 pages, 19.2 KB)