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.

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.

A John Deere tractor applies anhydrous ammonia.

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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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Understanding Biofertilizers

Biofertilizers are the new “it” product for crops. Here's how to make sure you’re not buying snake oil.

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Maintaining Closing Wheels

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Ensure good seed-to-soil contact by making sure the closing wheels on your planter are operating as they should. Check the condition and alignment.

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Jolene Brown Gives Family Business Maintenance Advice

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Jolene Brown gives her advice on how to get past family issues and do the business right.

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Tracking the Deals on 4WD Tracked Tractors

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Late-model tracked tractors continue to offer some of the best values in horsepower in the marketplace.

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Managing Soils For Phosphorus

Phosphorus is an essential nutrient in soil for plant growth. Managing phosphorus depends a lot on your soil’s chemistry.

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Keeping manure out of tile lines

Tile drains carry excess water out of the field, but they can also carry manure. Keep manure and its nutrients in the soil where they belong.

Best Practices for Late-Fall Fertilizer Applications

Follow these tips if you make late-fall fertilizer applications.

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5 Steps to Manage Manure

It’s a gold mine of crop nutrients, but know what you are putting down.

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Narrow Nitrogen Use

How is your operation managing nutrients and reducing losses?

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When Liming Soils Pays

Slightly acidic soils are ideal. But for soils that slide below the optimum 6.2 to 6.8 pH scale, liming can pay dividends.

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