Your Farm’s Future: The Long-Term Benefits of Farm Tiling in Iowa

When it comes to the long-term success of your farm, every decision counts. From crop selection to equipment maintenance, every choice you make plays a role in its prosperity and sustainability. Drainage systems are an overlooked but incredibly impactful investment. While it may not be as glamorous as purchasing new machinery or experimenting with cutting-edge...…

Understanding Pattern Tiling: The Best Drainage Solution for Your Farm

Plant roots suffer when your soil contains excess water. In many cases, the excess causes the plant to drown. Other times, extra water causes disease and stunted growth. Efficient farm drainage keeps these disasters at bay. Field tiling protects your plants and your future. At Luft and Sons, we aim to fully educate farmers on...…

What’s beneath the surface.

Beyond redeeming drown outs. Often times we run into clients that have several very saturated areas on a farm. These range from as little as 2 or 3 acres to as many as 20 acres that consistently flood year over year. The first instinct is to focus on these areas. They are typically seen as...…

The Smart Farmer’s Guide To Field Tiling And Its Attractive ROI

Field tiling is the valuable agricultural practice of installing a pipe network beneath a field to improve water infiltration and drainage. This technique provides several benefits, including increased crop yields and an optimized ROI. ROI, or return on investment, is a metric that measures a farm’s success. A high ROI is the goal of any...…

Adding Technology to Farm Drainage: Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

Farm drainage systems keep agricultural processes operating efficiently. Implementing technology into drainage systems boosts their effectiveness, helps manage excess water, improves soil health, and increases crop yield. Efficient drainage reduces the risk of water-related issues— such as flooding and waterlogging— while optimizing the ROI of a piece of land. As agriculture grows in complexity, new...…

Get the Dig Done Right: Excavation in Commercial, Agricultural, and Residential Projects

Excavation aids numerous projects—from septic tank installations to archaeological digs. This type of work requires the polished skill of trained professionals. Excavation contractors are professional operators of earthmoving machinery, such as excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes. Their expertise allows them to tackle heavy-duty tasks, whether your needs are commercial, agricultural, or residential.  Luft and Sons is...…