Glossary
- Conventional tillage
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Description
Full width tillage which disturbs all of the soil surface and is performed prior to and/or during planting. There is less than 15 percent residue cover after planting. Generally involves plowing or intensive (numerous) tillage trips. Weed control is accomplished with crop protection products and/or inter-row cultivation.
Authoritative On-line References and Resources
http://www.fao.org/News/2000/000501-e.htm A news item from FAO discussing the problems with plowing and the advantages of conservation agriculture.