Planter Clinic Worth the Investment, Producer Says

Louis Nigg, a South Dakota farmer, shares why he thinks Farm Journal’s Planter Clinics are valuable, and what he expects for the future of farming.

A South Dakota farmer explains the ROI for one of Farm Journal’s Planter Clinics

Louis Nigg, a Sissiten, S.D., farmer, says that although he’s been to similar events, Farm Journal’s Corn College Planter Clinic is worth the cost.

“There’s a lot of different things that I learned and picked up to bring back to the farm, shop and corn planter, and to utilize,” he said. “Whether it’s $2 or $200, you’re going to learn something.”

Listen in as this fourth-generation corn and soybean farmer shares more about his operation, and what he expects for the future of farming:

Make this Your Best Year Ever

It’s not too late to sign up for a Corn College Planter Clinic. Or, head to the field with Farm Journal Agronomists Ken Ferrie and Missy Bauer at one of our summer Corn College events. Start on the path to higher yields today!

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