Cover crop success begins at planting
Like most farming problems, the reasoning behind the lower soybean stands this year in some fields is complexBy Allie Arp, ISA research communications specialistIf a crop doesn’t start right, it’s not...
View ArticleTime to scrutinize ROI
This is not your father’s seed investment! The times and economics associated with managing your seed investment have changed and deserve more attention.Increasing return on investment for every input...
View ArticlePick hybrids for yield consistency
Expand data search before picking hybrids.------Think DifferentVariable weather requires flexible genetics, which cannot be determined by a few plots in one area.Identify potential hybrids with the...
View ArticleBeck's Joins Forces with Harvest International, Precision Planting and...
Press release: This information is provided directly from Beck's. This is a media release sent byag manufacturers and other agriculture businesses.Beck's is excited to partner with Harvest...
View ArticleLandus Cooperative's AcreEdge Seed Brand gears up for 2018
Press release: This information is provided directly from AcreEdge Seed Brand. This is a media release sent by ag manufacturers and other agriculture businesses.Growers in more than 26 Iowa and...
View ArticleBeware! Labeling restrictions in effect for Dicamba users in 2018
Planning for the 2018 growing season means a certified applicator will be needed when it comes to applying dicamba. Farmers interested in using dicamba as part of their crop strategy in the 2018...
View ArticleKoch Agronomic Services expands SUPERU fertilizer production capacity
Press release: More Efficient Nitrogen Fertilizer Improves Productivity with Reduced Handling Time, Improved Application FlexibilityThis is a media release sent by manufacturers and other agriculture...
View ArticleBest average rate costs profits!
Average seeding is probably not the way to go when it comes to plant population. Let the data tell you the best rate. Long before GPS was part of our acronym vocabulary, my early agriculture career...
View ArticleTop 5 reasons to attend The Ag Data Conference
Sessions are filled with real “boots on the ground” data-passionate advisors and farmers ready to share their successful experience and knowledge.By Kurt LawtonScratch that.. We now have a sixth reason...
View ArticleAg Data Confererence 2017 set to offer something for every producer
Check out the schedule for the 2017 Ag Data Conference for full details. The Ag Data Conference is returning again this year to give farmers the knowledge and expertise when it comes to data...
View ArticleInvest in your data future
Come now to eastern Iowa Nov 29-30 to learn how to turn data and technology into profitable decisions.Time is running out if you want to invest in a learning event built to help you master the...
View Article15 takeaways from The Ag Data Conference
Our second annual Ag Data Conference gave farmers actionable data and tech advice to apply now to every acre.It’s always fun being around farmers and data/tech advisors at our Ag Data Conference....
View ArticleTop 5 ag stories: Hybrid selection, NAFTA worries and the November ag economy...
Check out this roundup of the top five stories in agriculture. This week's edition of the top five stories in agriculture, cover hybrid selection, NAFTA worries and the 2017 Ag census. Plus, we take a...
View ArticleRoot exudates affect soil stability, water repellency
Research digs into delicate plant, soil interactions Source: American Society of Agronomy, Soil Science Society of America, and Crop Science Society of AmericaAs the growing season progresses, you...
View ArticleThe Soybean Seeding Rate Conundrum
White mold continues to be one of the major yield-limiting soybean diseases in northern soybean growing statesSource: University of Wisconsin, MadisonBy: Shawn P. Conley and Damon SmithIn a...
View ArticleSoil temperatures stalled for most of Midwest
Winter weather continues in most of the Midwest which means a slow warm up in soil temperatures. The prolonged spring is impacting soil temperatures. After looking at last week's soil temperatures...
View ArticleEvery acre a trial plot
Farmer uses strip till, VR nutrients, bulk fertilizer and data crunching to drive added profits------------Think DifferentMap and record every action on every acre.Utilize new technology, not...
View ArticleSlug management in Illinois field crops
Check out these management tips for slugs in field crops. Source: University of Illinois ExtensionAuthors: Nick Seiter, Talon Becker, and Nathan JohanningSlugs can be a difficult pest to manage when...
View ArticlePositive signs after a slow start to corn planting
If producers have to choose corn or soybeans, researchers say go with the corn because it can emerge a little more consistently than soybeans if plant into cool soils.Source: University of Illinois...
View ArticleIs upside potential In the corn market coming soon?
The only real "wild-cards" at the moment seems to be the mixed-bag coming out of Washington.Corn continues to trade in a fairly narrow range as the market debates delays in planting, geopolitical trade...
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