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How the Nitrogen Cycle Influences Different Nitrogen Sources

By Jim Isleib posted on February 3, 2017 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Michigan State University Extension

A look at the nitrogen cycle can help growers understand the advantages and disadvantages of particular nitrogen fertilizer sources.

Farmers Will Not Have to Pay Damages in Des Moines Water Works Case

February 2, 2017 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Water Management

Source: Agri-Pulse

The Iowa Supreme Court ruled that the Des Moines Water Works could not recover damages from the 13 drainage districts it was suing because they have immunity under state law.

Smart Phone App Balances Conservation and Production

January 31, 2017 | Posted in Cover Crops, Precision Agriculture

Source: USDA-Agricultural Research Service

LandPKS combines cloud computing, digital soil-mapping data and the Global Positioning System (GPS) to provide information about the sustainable potential of land under current and future climate, says the USDA.

[Podcast] 25 Years of No-Till Learning

In this No-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Copperhead Ag, we welcome Frank Lessiter, Allen Berry, Allan Brooks, R.D. Wolheter, Bryan Von Holten, Scott Davidson, and Randall Reeder to reflect on the past 25 years of no-till learning.

January 26, 2017 | Posted in No-Till Farming 101

Adjusting Wheat-Based Management Strategies for Oilseed Production

January 25, 2017 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Washington State University Extension

Although farmers can continue to use wheat-based farm equipment, management practices need to be adjusted specifically to canola physiology and morphology to optimize yield and quality, say experts from Washington State University Extension.

Winter, Spring Options for Controlling Winter Annual Broadleaf Weeds in Wheat

January 25, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Kansas State University Extension discusses several herbicide options for controlling winter annual broadleaf weeds in wheat to protect yields and profits this year.

Missouri, Arkansas Take Steps to Prevent Misuse of Controversial Herbicide

January 25, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Arkansas has placed restrictions on the use of new dicamba herbicides, while Missouri introduced bills that will amend the approval process for herbicides and herbicide-resistant seed, as well the sale of herbicide-resistant seed if the corresponding herbicide has not garnered approval.

Weed Control Report from Washington State University Now Available

January 25, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Washington State University Extension

The 2016 Washington State University Weed Control Report, summarizing results from field studies conducted in winter wheat, spring wheat, chemical fallow, grasslands, alfalfa, chickpeas, and dry pea, is now available.

Conservation Stewardship Program Deadline is Looming

January 24, 2017 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Farmers and ranchers have until Feb. 3 to submit initial applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program to the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS).

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