Many producers watched helplessly as this spring s hard work was blown away before their eyes. It was once again a sobering reminder of the importance in maintaining residue cover on our precious soil resources. Every few years we witness weather conditions like these that result in major soil erosion. It takes decades to build a single inch of topsoil. On May 22 nd and 23 rd one to two inches were eroded away on a number of farms.
Any erosion can be devastating.
Soil erosion on your fields is a sure sign that your farming practices are not sustainable. When you're sick and tired of driving past ditches full of soil, it's time to examine the changes you need to make to your present tillage practices. My hope is that the distress over May's merciless winds can be put to good use. Now is the perfect time to reflect on what you are presently doing. Prepare for the unexpected.