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.

Nutrien unveils new granular sulfur product

Nutrien’s SmartNutrition MAP+MST is a granular 9-43-0-16S formulation, containing elemental sulfur to deliver sulfur to the crop throughout the growing season.

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Nitrogen fertilizer restrictions in Minnesota begin September 1

The nitrogen fertilizer restrictions are part of the Groundwater Protection Rule, which minimizes potential fertilizer sources of nitrate pollution to the state’s groundwater.

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Teaming Up

The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy has forged relationships and understanding between fertilizer dealers, farmers, conservation organizations, and environmental entities.

Formation of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (INLRS) in 2015 has forged relationships and understanding between fertilizer dealers and groups, farmers, conservation organizations, and environmental entities.

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Ageless Iron

An Empire rebuilding tractor

By Ageless Iron

This week’s Interesting Iron follows the fascinating story of the post-World War II Empire tractor. The company tried to help rebuild war-destroyed countries but ended up going bankrupt.

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Cattle

‘Miracle’ calf survives California wildfire

By Women in Agriculture

A newborn calf that survived a California wildfire offers hope to us all, just when we really need it.

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Machinery Insider

The whispering giant of a tractor

By Machinery Insider

This week’s Interesting Iron features a rare Oliver 2150, which was that company’s attempt to make a big horsepower tractor that produced a small sound.

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Tip of the Day

When you mow in a remote area

When I mow a wooded area a half-mile from my farm, I now have a place to carry needed items with me. I built a small steel shelf that plugs... read more