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Farmers urged to work straw into soil to curb erosion
Farmers and agricultural specialists say incorporating straw into soil rather than burning it reduces erosion and improves workability and drainage. Adrien Lachance and Glen Erb describe improved soil texture, while Orly Friesen notes modern equipment makes heavy straw incorporation feasible. The piece advises a chopper, even spread, harrowing, and occasional tillage to ensure straw integrates before spring seeding.
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Adrien Lachance
St. Eustache
Glen Erb
Oak Bluff
Lachance
Orly Friesen
Manitoba Agriculture
Crawford Jenkins