Nitrogen
Farmers applying NH3 can maximize their dollars and use of the product by not applying it until soil temperatures are no more than 50 degrees and trending lower, according to Iowa State University Extension.
Corn yields can swing 100 bu. to the positive or negative in some hybrids today based on nitrogen use that supports kernel depth. Tune into hybrid characteristics, and avoid “gapping” nitrogen and volatilization.
Here’s an overview of some developments that have changed products to be not your father’s fertilizer.
Using the same amount of fertilizer -- but at different times and more than one way during the season -- can help you harvest more bushels and improve your bottom line. Check out our two brief videos to learn more.
Ken Ferrie is seeing potassium deficiency in corn this season because of dry soil conditions. It’s easy to confuse with a nitrogen deficiency and even the carbon penalty and ugly corn syndrome.
With nitrogen prices increasing, growers have their minds squarely on fertilizer costs. But perhaps a better consideration for growers is how to maximize the efficiency of the nitrogen they do put down.
Envita offers corn growers season-long nitrogen availability, according to Azotic Technologies. The product retails for approximately $15 an acre.
Some farmers saw A 40-bu-per-acre yield surge across fields in 2022, thanks to nutrient efficiencies. They lost less N and had better mineralization. Now, they ask, how can they get a repeat performance this year?
The Nutrient Navigator series focuses on efficient, environmentally sound management of nutrients. The goal is to provide practical knowledge that helps drive yields and profits higher.
Hertz Farm Management appointed Jeff Troendle as its new president on Oct. 1. Troendle succeeds Loyd Brown, who served as president for the past 16 years.
Pivot Bio announced an industry first for farmers this week – the development and introduction of on-seed microbial nitrogen for crops including corn, grain sorghum and spring wheat.
If you’re thinking about cutting starter fertilizer this year because of surging costs, Ken Ferrie has three words of advice: Don’t do it.
In the first quarter of 2022, Mosaic has a pair of announcements about its expanding biological product marketing and portfolio.
Dept. of Commerce issued a preliminary determination this week showing urea nitrate from Russia and Trinidad and Tobago is being sold into the U.S. at less than fair value. The ruling could open the door for tariffs.
Available in select counties in 11 states, the Post Application Coverage Endorsement is available for non-irrigated corn.
Most years you won’t see fall anhydrous applications kick-in and help your corn crop until around V6 or V8 when the corn is about knee-high, says Ken Ferrie. This week’s podcast offers some recommendations.
Is your soil lacking beneficial rhizobia? The right inoculant helps nitrogen fixation, but only if used correctly.
CF Industries said a shortage of nitrogen fertilizer means the world could see a reduction in global crop yields next year. With fertilizer prices continue to race higher, what’s the cure? Ag economists weigh in.
The theme of Covid shutdowns, along with shifts to greener energy and other decisions, has led to a network of shortages that threaten home heating in Britain, electricity in Brazil, and availability of power in China.
Find out why farmer/rancher and Farm Journal TV and radio personality, Andrew McCrea, considers Pivot Bio PROVEN™ to be a big game changer for growers.
Corn needs N throughout the growing season. Plan now to make sure your crop is never lacking in it.
As a producer, you deserve a partner in the field that is backed by research and science. A partner that brings an innovative approach to your nutrient applications and has a history of proven success.
The 2019 planting season was one most growers want to forget. Heavy rainfalls last year created challenging situations, to say the least. However, there is a nitrogen source that helps farmers thrive during tough seasons
Andrew McCrea interviews Ernie Sanders, vice-president of product development for Pivot Bio.
“We saw greater than a 30 bushel per acre response from the Pivot Bio PROVEN™ product.” Read more thumbs-up reviews from growers who have used the nitrogen that stays put, weather or not.
In his own words, farmer Andrew McCrea talks about a new nitrogen application for corn and how it’s a good fit with his long-standing practices.
No surprise that healthy soil is key to crop success. Look below the surface and discover what’s really important for optimum crop production.
For decades, farmers have applied nitrogen to their fields as a critical part of their crop nutrition program.
Andrew outlines steps he’s taken to test Pivot Bio PROVEN™. Six days after the corn was planted, 3 1/2 inches of rain poured down in a two-hour period so Andrew is eager to see how Pivot Bio PROVEN™ holds up.
Farmer and Farm Journal TV and radio personality, Andrew McCrea, had the same questions. Curiosity got the best of him so he decided to see for himself if the claims are true that Pivot Bio PROVEN™ is making.