Research

Edible Beans

EDIBLE BEANS – 1411 LBS/ACRE (2009) TO 2080 LBS/ACRE (2011)

This comparison indicates a change from 1411 lbs/acre (2009) to 2080 lbs/acre (2011) after tiling.

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After

Corn

CORN – 97 BU/ACRE (2010) TO 153 BU/ACRE (2012)

This comparison indicates a change from 97 bu/acre (2010) to 153 bu/acre (2012) after tiling. 

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After

CROP SALINITY 

This graph indicates the changes in soluble salts one year after tile drainage being installed.  Salinity levels have lowered, especially in the top 6" of soil;  These levels will continue to drop over time. 

Articles

SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE: TILE DRAINS- Finding solutions to agricultural climate change.

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TILE DRAINAGE: RESEARCH RESULTS & ECONOMICS- Watershed resource and managing flooding.

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RED LAKE WATERSHED STUDY- Benefits of tile drainage for farmers.

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MEASURING THE QUALITY OF TILE DRAINAGE WATER- Nutrient planning for water management.

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SALINITY OF TILE DRAINAGE EFFLUENT- The effects of tiling and climate actions.

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AGRICULTURAL DRAINAGE FACT SHEET- Land drainage impacts, benefits, and background.

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ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF TILE DRAINAGE- Agronomical and economical reasons for tiling. 

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