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.

4 Fertility Tips for High-Yield Crops

To raise bumper-corn yields, you need a sound fertility strategy. Following are four factors to keep in mind for 2020.

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Agronomy Tip: Fall Fertilizer Application

Ensure fields that did not receive a fertilizer application last fall or spring do this year.

A John Deere tractor applies anhydrous ammonia near sunset in the fall.

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FMC Bolsters Biological Portfolio

Two new bacilli strains from FMC will suppress yield-robbing diseases in soybeans. They are submitted to EPA.

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Successful Farming TV Show

Unbelievable Shop/Office with Room for Used Parts Business

By Top Shops

Dave Mowitz travels to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to the Runyard farmstead on Top Shops. The Runyards needed a shop that was functional for future expansion and for their used part business.

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Successful Farming TV Show

Don Landoll’s 1950 Ford 8N Tractor

By Successful Farming TV Show

Dave Mowitz visits with Don Landoll to see his beautifully restored Ford 8N.

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Women in Agriculture

Milestones are Movable

By Women in Agriculture

Agriculture has taught me many things that carry into our family life. Milestones in farming can be moving targets, just like milestones in our child's development.

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What This Spring’s Wet Conditions Mean for Nitrogen Loss

Once nitrogen converts to the nitrate form, losses can occur via denitrification or leaching.

Soggy and wet soils are creating worries about nitrogen loss.

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Implementing Technology in the Field

Laurie Bedord talks with a Minnesota farmer who has recruited a team of experts to help implement tech in his field and raise yields.

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5 Factors to Consider for Potassium Fertilizer

Soil tests are still the best option for deciding where and when to apply K.

If needed, potassium fertilizer applications are a great way to get corn off to a good start.

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Nitrogen Flexibility Needed for Successful 2019

There are options to consider in applying nitrogen fertilizer while still getting corn planted at the right time.

A John Deere tractor applies anhydrous ammonia.

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Plan for Changes to Corn Fertility Strategy

Many growers didn’t get fall fertilizer finished up. Wet, cold conditions may force a change of plans for 2019 corn.

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What Happens to Nitrogen When Manure is Applied on Frozen Soil or Snow?

Monitor crop during the growing season and prepare to sidedress nitrogen if necessary.

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