Corn farmers always seem to be searching for that perfect nitrogen (N) application rate, probably because it can be a moving target. Apply too little, and you miss out on yield potential. Apply too ...

Planning for 4R nutrient management must be farm-specific — that is, geared for the unique crops, cropping practices, soils ...

AMES, Iowa – When Michael Castellano tells people there are billions of different variations of farmer decisions and environmental conditions that can affect how much nitrogen fertilizer is just ...

AMES, Iowa – The amount of nitrogen fertilizer needed to maximize the profitability of corn production in the Midwest has been increasing by about 1.2% per year for the past three decades, according ...

One segment of biological products presents a specific opportunity for ag retailers. Several companies have introduced biological technology formulated to blend with a traditional dry bulk fertilizer.

Whether you’re a farmer or a gardener, you can use the 4 Rs to help keep nutrients and fertilizer in the soil. The 4 Rs stand for right source, right rate, right time and right place. These principles ...

BOZEMAN - Two new Web-based tools developed by Montana State University Extension specialists help Montana wheat producers optimize fertilizer rates - and their profits. The two tools help producers ...