Well, since we’re talking soybeans, let’s stay in Wisconsin and head north to Beaver Dam, where Ryan Nell has already planted over 5 acres. The strip-tiller likes to push the envelope with early planted beans, even with cold temperatures and heavy rain in the forecast.

“I looked at this as being a good test. Let’s see what the beans can handle. I want to keep pushing and see what we can do and what’s achievable. I still go back to April 3-6 2021 were by far some of the best beans we’ve ever grown. I have not been able to replicate those types of field averages. That year a quarter of our acres averaged somewhere between 85 and 88 bushels across 4-5 fields. Here’s to trying again. 5.48 acres in the ground.”

“There is fertility under these strips. I do have 60 feet where I didn’t put any fertility. That’s something to keep an eye on, we might tissue test as well just to see if there’s a difference with anything. We’re definitely not the first year. I know of other guys who have planted in the state of Wisconsin. Didn’t know if we’d get a shot, but we did it. Here’s to 2026 and hopefully safe spring and safe planting for everyone.”

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