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Virginia Tech University
Virginia Tech University
Virginia Tech University
1 Introduction 2 History of zero-tillage maize cultivation 3 Advantages of zero-tillage maize production: reduced soil erosion 4 Advantages of zero-tillage maize production: reduced nutrient losses 5 Advantages of zero-tillage maize production: water infiltration and use, economics and soil organic matter 6 Potential disadvantages of zero-tillage maize production 7 Success with zero-tillage maize production 8 The future of zero-tillage maize production 9 Where to look for further information 10 References