Effects of liquid and biological amendments on emergence and yield of no-till planted spring cereals

Farmer: Ken Laing

Farm: Orchard Hill Farm

Region: West

Publish Date: August 11, 2021

Article Type: Research Project

Research Priorities: Soil Health 

To try to hasten emergence and improve yield of no-till planted spring cereals, Ken compared liquid amendment, biological amendment, a combination of amendments and a no-amendment control.

In a Nutshell

  • There was no observable difference in emergence due to amendments.
  • There was no significant difference in yield among the different treatments.