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Aug 31, 2023



Tune in to dive into the nuances of no-till food plots, and make your farming experience both eco-friendly and economically viable with Paul Hollis of PH Outdoors.

Why Plant a No-Till Food Plot?:

Discover the ecological and economic advantages of opting for no-till methods.

  • Reduced need for fertilizer over time.
  • Tackling issues like soil erosion and compaction head-on.


Exploring No-Till Food Plot Planting Methods:

  • Without a No-Till Drill:
  • The basics: What equipment do you need?
  • Step-by-step: Navigating the process of no-till planting.
  • Potential pitfalls and common challenges of this method.

With a No-Till Drill:

  • The game-changer: Why using a drill makes a difference.
  • Cutting down on tractor time.
  • Precise seed placement means less seed wastage.
  • Lesser reliance on perfect planting timings and a reduced dependency on rainfall.
  • Reduced need for herbicides.

Is a No-Till Drill a Worthwhile Investment?

  • The Economic Side:
  • Eliminate some costs altogether:
  • Eventually Say goodbye to herbicide and fertilizer expenses.
  • Achieve notable savings in other areas:
  • Diesel (for tractors).
  • Vehicle fuel (less back-and-forth travel to the property).
  • Lower maintenance costs and wear and tear on tractors.
  • Reduce seed costs.
  • Value of time: Get more done in less time.


The Drill Dilemma:

  • Have most drill buyers tried planting without one first?
  • Tricky territories: Navigating common issues with no-till drills.
  • Getting seed blends calibrated right.
  • The ideal process and timeline to follow.
  • The art and science of planting green in the fall.


What does the future hold for Genesis no-till drill owners?



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