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New Mycorrhizal Fungi Treatment for Corn Launched by Valent

February 14, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Valent

MycoApply EndoPrime is designed to help improve nutrient efficiency, drought tolerance and yield potential.

No-till Innovations in Tobacco

February 12, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Penn State

New No-Till equipment helps Tobacco farmers reduce soil erosion.

Rye Cover Crops in Corn Production on Irrigated Sands

January 29, 2018 | Posted in Cover Crops

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

A recent study from University of Minnesota, with support from Pope County SWCD and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, evaluated the use of winter rye as a cover crop in corn production.

Conquering Stubborn Soils and Residue with a Switch to Strip-Till

Seeding and fertilizing experimentation enables Nebraska farmers to better manage residue, convert poor fields into pivotal performers.

By James DeGraff posted on January 13, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Cover Crops, Crop Protection, Residue Management

Conventional wisdom is overrated for Nickerson, Neb., farmers Kirk Brand and Brent Willnerd, especially when it comes to getting the most out of their 2,600-acre corn and soybean operation.

National No-Tillage Conference Updates

Combining Settings to Manage No-Till Residue and Harvest Top Yields

Alpha, Ill., no-tiller Marion Calmer will share tips and tricks for getting the highest performance possible out of combines at the 2018 National No-Tillage Conference.

January 2, 2018

Alpha, Ill., no-tiller Marion Calmer will share tips and tricks for getting the highest performance possible out of combines at the 2018 National No-Tillage Conference.

NDSU Variety Selection Guides Available

December 27, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: North Dakota State University Extension

This is a comprehensive publication series with variety information about North Dakota's main crops, which include barley, oats, rye, canola, corn, dry edible beans, dry field peas, durum, flax, hard red spring and winter wheat, soybeans and sunflowers.

Switches in Corn, Soybeans and Wheat Acres in the U.S. and Illinois

December 18, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Farmdoc Daily

Since 2012, acres have shifted from corn to soybeans, likely as a result of higher profitability for soybeans. In 2018, acreage shifts may continue. Soybeans continue to be more profitable than corn and wheat, likely leading to continuing shifts in acres.

Corn Stover Removal: Nutrient Value of Stover and Impacts on Soil Properties

December 15, 2017 | Posted in Residue Management, Nutrient Management

Source: University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Nutrient value can depend on the season, management practice, time of harvest, location, and what part of the plant is being removed.

Crop Residue Removal: Impacts on Yield

December 14, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection, Residue Management

Source: University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Studies show that where moisture is not limited, residue removal can result in no yield reduction to yield increases for the subsequent crop.

New Seed Treatment from Bayer Offers Growers Promising Yield Benefit

December 6, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Crop Science

Poncho/Votivo 2.0 seed treatment system offers multiple benefits for farmers.

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On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin Till, Vincennes, Ind., no-tiller Ray McCormick explains why it’s going to be tough to “not lose a lot of money this year” on corn. Plus, we ask our readers, “On a scale of 1-10, how concerned are you about drought this year?” Hear why some farmers are worried, and why others aren’t very worried at all.

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