How to Manage Corn Residue This Fall for Better Planting Next Spring

Corn can leave behind 12,000–16,000 pounds of residue per acre, making residue management an important part of setting up the next crop for success. University of Minnesota agronomist Dr. Jeff Coulter explains how to manage corn residue after harvest, from combine distribution and tillage to protecting soil and ensuring a clean planting zone. In this episode: Why even residue distribution behind the combine matters How residue affects soil moisture, erosion and soil warming Why seed-to-residue contact can hurt emergence Corn-on-corn residue and nitrogen management Differences between conventional tillage, strip-till and no-till When chopping residue helps—and when it can create problems Considerations when removing or baling corn residue Why residue management decisions made this fall can impact next spring’s planting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices