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With the increasing attention being paid to soil health and the growing body of knowledge on how healthy soils can contribute to overall yields, there are plenty of terms being used and misused. One of those is vertical tillage. So what is vertical tillage and, more important, should you be doing it?

see how the smallest agronomic adjustments with AFS Soil Command™ tillage prescription technology can make a big difference on your farm — whether you practice conventional or conservation tillage.

Breaking through hard pan compaction can be a tough, time-consuming process. Thankfully, Case IH Tiger Points are rugged enough to get the job done while also facilitating crop health.

Compaction can drastically affect your soil’s ability to absorb water and nutrients. If you’re looking to increase yield, start by improving your water infiltration.

Locating and breaking up hard pan during postharvest tillage is important to improve moisture management heading into next year and beyond.

When it comes to unlocking the potential of your seedbed, it’s hard to control what you can’t see. Fortunately, AFS Soil Command™ agronomic control technology will now help you precisely coordinate control of your tillage equipment from the convenience of your tractor cab.