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Rhonda Brooks

Agronomy Editor, Farm Journal

Rhonda Brooks is the Agronomy Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering all aspects of crop production. A Missouri native with a background in agricultural communications, she has previously worked on multiple Farm Journal brands.

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Crops
Let Mother Nature Do The Talking
If you want to plant early this spring, agronomists say to remember that fit soils and good weather are far more important guides to follow than the date on your calendar.

January 09, 2026 01:28 PM
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Rhonda Brooks
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News
How Smart Farm Infrastructure Upgrades Can Squeeze Out Extra Margin
Prioritizing projects with a clear path to fast returns and lower costs can help you weather current economic challenges, say ag industry experts.

January 08, 2026 01:58 PM
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Rhonda Brooks
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Ag Economy
What Does The Venezuela Situation Mean For U.S. Farmers?
One possibility is the country’s vast oil reserves could offer long-term potential to ease diesel prices and help reduce other input costs.
January 05, 2026 04:27 PM
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Soybeans
No-Cost And Low-Cost Ways To Grow More Profitable Soybeans
Ignore the hype of unproven products and practices. Research shows that doubling down on five core fundamentals will deliver the best ROI.
December 31, 2025 11:00 AM
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Market Outlooks
Farmers Face Budget Squeeze And Balance Sheet Challenges—Echoes Of A Decade Ago
Will 2026 be a repeat of 2016? Chris Barron, Ag View Solutions, shares four strategies to help farmers capture some profit in this down cycle.
December 30, 2025 02:26 PM
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New research offers some insights on reducing expenditures budgeted for breeding high-yielding cows.
Crop Production
Beyond Bushels: Align High-Yield Strategies With Your Crop Budget
A detailed “farming playbook” can help guide essential input investments and maximize ROI.
December 29, 2025 02:21 PM
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Rhonda Brooks
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Crop Production
Maximize Yields and Savings with Proven Nutrient Strategies
Planning for next season? Review the expert insights and recommendations from farmers and field agronomists on how to reduce costs and strategically reallocate resources.
December 23, 2025 08:57 AM
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Learn how to save labor, fuel and equipment costs with this conservation practice.
Ag Economy
Dollars And Dirt: Navigating The Financial Reality Of Conservation Farming
Farmers weigh in on the pros and cons of federal aid programs and what they believe is needed to adopt regenerative practices in today’s environment of tight margins.
December 19, 2025 02:42 PM
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Corn
David Hula Claims 14th National Contest Title With 572.2589 BPA Entry
The winning yield in the 2025 NCGA Corn Yield Contest further solidifies Hula’s long legacy of achievement and commitment to corn production excellence.
December 17, 2025 03:58 PM
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Rhonda Brooks
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Crop Production
Four Strategies To Save Money On Herbicides Without Sacrificing Weed Control
With the outlook for high input costs and low commodity prices, the impulse for farmers is to cut their spend on products across the board for 2026. There is a more effective approach that will deliver better results and ROI, say Extension field agronomists.
December 17, 2025 12:17 PM
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