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Farmers Respond To Common Questions About Conservation

Northeast Iowa Farmer Mark Mueller says the long-term view keeps him trying new techniques. Iowa Farmer Today shares his story with us. 

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May, 26, 2017

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The Dirt On Managing Cover Crops This Spring

Terminating cover crops in the spring is an important part of the overall cropping system of a farming operation. Read more here!

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May, 24, 2017

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Predicting Corn Prices

Market watchers are keeping a close eye on the weather in regards to the corn planted. 

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May, 23, 2017

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Needing Nitrogen?

If you’re in an area that’s endured pounding rains this spring, you’re probably worried about nitrogen (N) loss and if you need to apply more N than planned this growing season for your corn. Here’s what Emerson Nafziger, University of Illinois Extension agronomist, has to say on the subject. Click here.

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May, 22, 2017

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Soybean Scouting

It’s a familiar scene. Visions of plus-80-bushel-per-acre soybeans dance in your head at midsummer. Shortly afterward, though, sections of your field start dying. Literally. Once again, sudden death syndrome (SDS) has struck. So what gives? Here are five tip SDS questions with answers from Iowa State University Extension Plant Pathologist, Daren Mueller.   

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May, 18, 2017

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Secrets of Corn

Corn can be used in many unique and often unexpected ways.

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May, 17, 2017

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Could No-Till Be The Future of Farming?

A pioneer in no-till drill opener research believes his seeding design can transform no-till farming. Read more here!

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May, 15, 2017

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Fall N availability: Do these scenarios apply to you?

Keep these scenarios in mind when it comes to the loss of nitrogen from fall-applied fertilizer. Read about it here!

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May, 12, 2017

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Farmers Battle Replanting Decisions

While there are many agronomic considerations associated with replanting, some weed control/herbicide issues also should be considered. Read here!

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May, 10, 2017

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Farm to Table

Good food or bad, it all serves a purpose. GMO Answers shares with us this illustration on how food gets recycled in more ways than one.

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May, 09, 2017

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