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5 Nutrient Deficiencies and the Consequences

January 29, 2016 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: West Central

West Central shares how to recognize phosphorus, zinc, copper, iron and manganese deficiencies in your crops and the consequences of them.

Economic Return of Soil Test Information

November 21, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Kansas State University Extension explains why cutting back on soil testing due to low grain prices could result in lowering profits.

Soil Sample Now to Set the Stage for Maximum Yields

November 6, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Penn State Extension

Regular soil sampling is essential for balancing soil nutrient levels and can serve as a barometer of soil health and productivity, says Penn State Extension.

Nutrient Removal Rates by Grain Crops

October 21, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Michigan State University Extension

Nutrient removal amounts can be easily calculated by multiplying the nutrient removal rate per bushel by actual yield, says Michigan State University Extension.

Should You Soil Test in Fall or Spring?

September 24, 2015 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: Ohio State University Extension

Ohio State University Extension took soil samples from three counties in both fall and spring to see how they results compared based on time of year.

Managing N, P and K in No-Till Corn, Soybean Rotations

No-tillers face some tough challenges at planting time that require an active, tailored approach to managing precious, costly inputs.

By Daniel Davidson posted on May 18, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management

With spring upon us, no-tillers are probably anxious to get to the field. As you mentally prepare to head to the field and make your last-minute fertilizer and seed decisions and equipment adjustments, take time think about your fertilizer program and make sure you have enough to feed the crop.

How To Benchmark Crop Macro and Micronutrient Status

The effectiveness of soil and tissue tests depends on the crop, field conditions and the nutrient in question, and no-tillers should back up the results with scouting and on-farm strip trials.

By John Dobberstein posted on January 9, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Peter Kyveryga says he's been hearing more and more discussions among farmers about nutrient deficiencies in corn and soybeans during the growing season.

Economic Return of Soil Testing

November 14, 2014 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Fall after harvest is an excellent time for soil sampling and testing. This year, with lower grain prices, many growers may be looking for places to cut costs. However, cutting back on soil testing could result in lowering profits.

No-Till Notes

Scout During Harvest To Improve No-Till Benchmarks

Checking no-tilled fields during and after harvest will provide insights into stands, hybrid performance, yield limitations and equipment issues

By Jim Leverich posted on October 1, 2014 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Residue Management, Precision Agriculture

When it's harvest time, we often get caught up in a flurry of activity. But it's worth the time for no-tillers - especially after the wet planting season last spring — to see what you can learn by scouting your fields during harvest.

Tips For Soil Testing This Fall

September 30, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Penn State Extension

Recent surveys indicate that 20% of the fields in Pennsylvania do not have a current soil test. With high yields, the plant food contained in the soil is depleted more rapidly.

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