The study looked at different ways farmers till their fields in the Midwest and how it affects crops and soil. They found that using conservation tillage methods didn't always lead to lower crop yields. Strip tillage was the most cost-effective option for farmers. Only the balance of fungi and bacteria in the soil was affected by the different tillage methods. Farmers often worry about lower yields when using conservation tillage, but this study shows that it may not always be the case. It's important for farmers to consider factors like cost and erosion control when choosing how to till their fields.