Why we do deep ripping

Managing tons of corn residue can be a challenge in northern climates. In this video, Gregg Sauder explains why deep ripping helps him get set for success with next season's corn crop.

[@farmerdave286]

Texas gulf coast here. Heavy clay soil and flat as a pancake. We run rippers as fast as possible in preparation for our rainy season in September/October. Love the 11 shank Wilcox plow.

[@scottschaeffer8920]

Corn on corn was my first ouch.

[@audreyshelton9301]

so the soil has no worms left or micobs

[@chucktaylor4958]

To break through the hard pan resulting from plowing year after year at the same depth.

[@stokesjo82]

Would there be any benefits to burning corn residue or would it be detrimental to yields?

[@360yieldcenter]

There are a LOT of nutrients in those corn stalks. We need to cycle them back into the soil as they breakdown. If burnt, those are mostly lost.

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Corn should not be grown yeau after year