Fertilizers

Boost yields and reduce input costs by more efficiently and effectively applying fertilizer. This section covers the equipment, technology, and application methods for better nitrogen management.

Nutrient efficiency is on deck in agriculture

Nitrogen efficiency raises the potential to improve soil health and water quality and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Managing P and K in an era of higher prices

Can phosphorus and potassium applications can be delayed until next year when prices may be lower? Yes - if soil test levels are near recommended levels,

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High cost, short supply of fertilizer to alter 2022 planting

Farmers in the U.S. are likely to plant less corn and use less nitrogen fertilizer on their fields for next year’s growing season due to high fertilizer prices and short supplies.

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Women in Agriculture

A shaking good harvest

By Women in Agriculture

A recent trip to a pecan orchard showed Heather Barnes that pecan farming is a lot more involved than she thought. See how the nuts are harvested.

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Pork Powerhouses

ASF swine vaccine shows promise, but long journey ahead

By Pork Powerhouses

News couldn’t come at a better time for U.S. pork producers. But there’s more to the story.

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Business News

Chicago Federal Reserve: Land prices surge 18% in last year

By Farmland

Farmland prices continue to surge. More money in the bank is spurring increased prices.

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Koch announces cost increase for N stabilizers

Koch Agronomic Services is reporting cost increases to some of its Nitrogen Stabilizer products, due to increases in raw materials and logistical costs to make and distribute these products.

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Uncertain nitrogen prices, supplies may affect application timing

Rising nitrogen prices, uncertain spring supplies, and unseasonably high temperatures may push farmers to apply nitrogen outside of their normal application windows.

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Triple play feat of reducing nutrient pollution

Ag retailer, farmers, and technology create a powerful defense in controlling nutrient pollution in Ohio.

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BASF remains confident in Sentris buffering technology, say company officials

BASF remains confident in the performance of Sentris buffering technology, say company officials.

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High-tech manure

With draglines and on-the-go sensors, livestock fertilizer hits the fast track.

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Koch Agronomic Services to acquire Compass Minerals micronutrient assets

Koch Agronomic Services will acquire Compass Minerals’ micronutrient assets, including Wolf Trax, Rocket Seeds, and Hydro Bullet.

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A season of comfort and joy

3 Big Things Today | November 30, 2021

Corn to take a leading role as farmers chase high commodity prices

Investments in biologicals continue to grow and bring value to farmers across the nation

Crop Talk