Nature

Discrete element method (DEM) and soil bin evaluation of farmyard manure and tire traffic on the soil compaction

Soil compaction and the existence of a hard pan reduce the permeability of water and nutrients into the agricultural soils and also prevent proper soil drainage. Also, it reduces the proper growth of ...
Nature

Limited resilience of the soil microbiome to mechanical compaction within four growing seasons of agricultural management

Soil compaction affects many soil functions, but we have little information on the resistance and resilience of soil microorganisms to this disturbance. Here, we present data on the response of soil ...
AgWeb

Do You Have Soil Compaction and Density Changes That Impede Roots and Water? Here’s How to Find Out

Government incentives, spurred by climate change fears, will likely nudge you toward reduced tillage programs and cover crops in the near future. On-farm tests conducted by Farm Journal field ...
The Journal

Unpacking and correcting soil compaction

From mild winters to heavier equipment, farmers face several uncontrollable factors, adding layers to the soil compaction problem. “Our winters have been milder, and snowfall has been lighter in ...
Modern Farmer

Spring Planting and Soil Compaction: 5 Management Tips

Regardless of what you’re growing, spring is an exciting time of year. But it doesn’t come without challenges. Compaction can lead to wet soil that makes it difficult to get in your fields on time for ...
The Journal

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

In the spring many agricultural producers are anxious to get into the field and perform tillage, planting, and chemical applications. However, if field operations are done when the soil is too wet, ...
AG Week

The lasting impression of soil compaction on crop yields

Soil compaction can devastate yields for years. An upcoming webinar series hosted by the University of Minnesota and NDSU on the subject brings together experts from the U.S., Canada and Australia.
For Construction Pros

Taking Command of Soil Compaction

While many contractors may think soil compaction has little impact on the end result of a job, the opposite could not be more true; if proper soil compaction is not achieved initially, it can lead to ...
For Construction Pros

Choosing the Right Soil Compaction Equipment

Soil compaction might not seem like the most exciting topic, but the proper completion of this step is essential. If soil compaction is not performed adequately, settlement of the soil could occur and ...
extension.purdue.edu

Soil Testing Labs

To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...
Construction Equipment

Cat Soil Compaction Technology Automates Process

Caterpillar says its Cat Command for Compaction assists operators achieve quality compaction through an automated process that controls propulsion, steering, and vibration of a soil compactor. The ...