This year there has been considerable interest in long-term agronomic system research. We have had inquiries on how to develop field research that would impact carbon sequestration. A few things to think about when considering carbon sequestration/long-term agronomic research:
- Have clear goals and objectives
- Are the goals realistic in today’s agronomic systems?
- How will changes in the agronomic system be measured?
- Are you willing to commit to several years of field research at the same site?
- How long will it be necessary to conduct the trial to possibly have a response?
- How will crop inputs be used to manage the crop?
- If cover crops are to be used, what are the best types for the system you will using?
- What is the best plot size for doing this research?
- What tillage system should be used?
- How will crop residues be managed?
- What sensors or other measurement devices could be used?
- What crop management tools can be used to enhance performance?
- What environmental management can be used?
- Others?
We would be glad to talk to you about long-term agronomic research.