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Controlled traffic farming and on farm research with controlled traffic and random farming systems
Project Details
Lead Researcher(s)
Ty Faechner
Co-Researcher(s)
N/A
Funding Partners
ACIDF
April 2014 - March 2017
Complete
The Challenge
CTF has been investigated in Alberta for three seasons, but further research on long term soil and crop responses is required.
The Project
Develop protocols for on-farm research and methods to economically analyze and interpret data through quantifying water use efficiency, nutrient use efficiency, hydraulic conductivity, soil pore space and root growth characteristics.
The Results
CTF consistently delivered higher yields and economic benefits – soil quality seems to improve regarding structure, pore space, water holding capacity and infiltration. Long-term planning and good residue management are essential to the continual success of CTF.
Grower Benefits
Proper implementation of controlled traffic farming (CTF) into existing cropping systems can improve yields and provide economic benefits.
Keywords:
Controlled traffic farming, CTF