no-till

noun

ˈnō-ˈtil How to pronounce no-till (audio)
: no-tillage

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Its influence is seen in the growing interest in composting, companion planting, and techniques such as no-till gardening. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2026 Gold requires baseline soil sampling, ongoing measurement of bulk density and water-holding capacity, and no-till on at least 75% of the property. — Michelle Williams, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 Cardboard Cardboard can be used for sheet mulching, a no-till gardening technique that applies layers of organic materials on top of the soil to suppress weeds, add nutrients, and generally create fertile soil. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026 Widespread adoption of conservation practices — including no-till and reduced-till farming, crop rotation, cover crops and federal soil conservation programs — helps keep soil anchored even during dry periods. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for no-till

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First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of no-till was in 1968

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“No-till.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-till. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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