RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary focus of my work is to extend current tillage research information to producers and extension agents. In time, I aim to develop a dynamic extension program that will utilize applied research and field demonstration projects on the effects of long-term conservation tillage practices on soil bulk density, soil structure, soil organic matter maintenance and water relations. My work will focus in, but not be limited to, the Coastal Plain and Tidewater Regions of the state.
CURRENT PROJECTS
- 2007-08 - Soil Compaction Surveying in Various Counties.
- 2007-08 - Cultivation Techniques for Organic Soybeans
- 2006-2009 - Determining the Effect of Traffic Patterns on Soil Bulk Density in Eastern NC.
- 2006-2007 - Tillage Options for Wheat in Eastern North Carolina
- 2008-2010 - Optimum Ripping Depth for Corn and Cotton in the Coastal Plain
- 2010- - Determining the Least Limiting Water Range for Piedmont Soils
- 2010- - Using Ground-based Remote Sensing to Identify key physical properties in Piedmont soils.
PUBLICATIONS
- Soil Facts: Managing Equipment Traffic to Limit Soil Compaction"
- Soil Facts: Conservation Tillage Use in Peanut Production"
SELECTED ONLINE READINGS CONCERNING TILLAGE AND SOIL MANAGEMENT
- 2004 - Southeast Farm Press - Article on the Southern Conservation Tillage Conference and the Allen Brothers' No Till Experience.
- 2006 - Southeast Farm Press - "It's time to think larger-volume tires".
- 2004 - Southeast Farm Press - "Reduced-tillage adds up to profits". - Article on Kevin Matthews, Yadkin County NC grower and his take on reduced tillage.
Phone: (252) 793-4428 Extension 166 Fax: (252) 793-5142.
Problems or Comments? Send me an email. Updated: May 22, 2006.