No-till

The practice of planting a crop without prior tillage . Because this practice does not disturb the soil profile, it allows for increased water infiltration through pores.  When plant and animal matter is left on the ground, micro-organisms build up the carbon levels in the soil and this is how atmospheric carbon is sequestered into the soil. No-till is one of the most environmentally sustainable practices; however, it requires a specialized planter that can cut through residue and requires drier and warmer soil conditions.

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