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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.

Latest Stories
The 4 Rs of Fertility
Crop Production
Farmer Asks How To Improve P and K On Rental Ground
A Minnesota grower asks Ken Ferrie, Farm Journal Field Agronomist, how to improve upon the soil fertility on 90 acres he is renting for the first time this year.
March 15, 2024 02:31 PM
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You Can’t Afford to Be Complacent About Tar Spot
Just because tar spot was mostly a no-show in 2022 and 2023 doesn’t mean that will be the case in 2024. Charting humidity levels can help predict if the disease will strike.
March 14, 2024 12:50 PM
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Crop Production
10 Easy Ways to Take Your Crop-Scouting Practices to the Next Level
In a year with razor-thin margins, at best, corn and soybean growers can use a variety of new technology and tried-and-true agronomic tools to score higher yields this season.
March 13, 2024 04:59 PM
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A Kick-Start For Corn: When to Use Plant Growth Regulators
If weather stresses have you looking for ways to give your crop a stronger start this spring, consider whether a plant growth regulator could be part of the solution, especially in high-yield environments.
March 12, 2024 03:17 PM
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Graphic for Boots in the Field Report with agronomist Ken Ferrie who has spent over 40 years helping farmers maximize corn and soybean yields.
Planting
Ferrie: Four Ways to Scratch the Planting Itch Without Regret
Don’t take equipment to fields too soon and create headaches that will linger all season. While you wait for the right timing, consider doing prep work and projects that can help set you up for yield success.
March 08, 2024 12:14 PM
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Handy Bt Trait Table Updated and Available Now
Corn growers can use this free tool to understand which hybrids have which traits, as well as evaluate insect problems and herbicide needs in-season.
March 05, 2024 04:50 PM
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Tall Order for Short Corn: The Latest On Short-Stature Hybrids
Compact corn hybrids appear to take winds 50 mph in stride with little greensnap or lodging resulting. However, yield performance hasn’t been as consistent, and technology providers are working to change that.
March 05, 2024 02:24 PM
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Crop Production
3 Tips For Better Weed-Control Outcomes This Season
Do you want to plant early-season soybeans? Do you grow non-GMO crops? If the answer to either question is yes, Ken Ferrie, Farm Journal field agronomist, says to address weeds in the process.
March 05, 2024 09:09 AM
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Crop Production
New Water-Use Management Tool For Commercial Crops
Helena introduces Resgenix to help farmers manage the water available to crops and optimize its use.
March 01, 2024 03:51 PM
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Graphic for Boots in the Field Report with agronomist Ken Ferrie who has spent over 40 years helping farmers maximize corn and soybean yields.
Crop Production
Ferrie: It’s Only February, but Iowa Farmers are Considering Field Work and Anhydrous Applications
Before heading to the field to apply anhydrous, firm up what crop you’re going to plant. Growers have been kicking around the idea of going beans-on-beans, given the markets. But anhydrous essentially ties you to corn.
February 26, 2024 02:51 PM
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