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Spring Thaw Implications in Tall Stubble
Author: Ron Heller
Date Created: August 21, 2009
Last Reviewed: August 21, 2009
A field that over-winters as standing stubble generally traps more snow than when fall-tilled or left bare. As snowmelt and spring-thaw occur, residue-laden seedbeds dry slower and may remain colder longer. Residual straw and chaff can be a challenge if the direct seeding method is unable to handle the cut stubble and/or surface mulch after harvest. Click on the pdf for Ron’s complete report including pictures, temperatures and observations from this spring 2009 field project conducted in the Mannville, Alberta area (NE Alberta).