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Recalibrating the Pre-Sidedress Soil Nitrate Test for No-Till

The pre-sidedress soil nitrate test has been recalibrated to make recommendations more accurate for modern production systems.

May 19, 2023 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Penn State Extension

The theory behind the pre-sidedress soil nitrate test methodology is still sound, but changes in production practices, such as the shift to no-till, require some adaptations to the original PSNT methodology and calibration.

Soil Nitrate-N Availability After Cover Crops

August 24, 2016 | Posted in Cover Crops, Nutrient Management

Source: Michigan State University Extension

Manured fields are good candidates for the pre-sidedress soil nitrate test, but nitrogen credit following legume crops is unpredictable and will likely depend on the stand density and timely termination.

Tools for Timely Nitrogen Management

June 8, 2016 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Penn State Extension

Penn State Extension shares how the PSNT and Chlorophyll Meter Test can help no-tillers take their nitrogen management beyond average.

Where and How to Take the Pre-Sidedress Soil Nitrate Test

May 27, 2016 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Michigan State University Extension

When done correctly, the PSNT is an excellent tool to determine available nitrate-N from organic matter mineralization, says Michigan State University Extension.

How to Determine if Corn Needs Additional Nitrogen

May 27, 2015 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Research has shown that both the Pre-Sidedress Soil Nitrate Test and Chlorophyll Meter Test, if used correctly, can significantly improve nitrogen management.

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