The nutrient needs of corn continue to evolve, especially as modern corn hybrids and agronomic practices advance. There are a lot of factors that play a role in the nutrient needs of plants, nutrient availability and plant uptake, and nutrient utilization throughout the season. In this blog post, we’ll explore those factors, the variables at…
There are many variables that play a role in nitrogen management. Placement is sometimes overlooked – mainly because for years there hasn’t been many choices in application methods – with a limited window of application. Where N is applied within the row is important Traditional sidedress methods apply N in the middle of the crop…
Efficient nitrogen management is critical, both for yields and for your bottom line. As we monitor input costs – and regulations – we must know, not guess, how much nitrogen is in our fields. 360 SOILSCAN is a portable soil lab system that provides you with zone-specific soil nitrate analysis in about five minutes, allowing…
It’ spring. Time to get the equipment out and start planting. But, before you get too far down the road – do you know how much nitrogen is in your field? Matt Foes, regional agronomy manager for 360 Yield Center, shares an update on nitrogen trials on his farm in northern Illinois. Foes tests the…
As snow melts and temperatures rise, we start focusing on getting into the field. When it comes to your 2015 nitrogen (N) plan, we should begin with the end in mind – minimizing plant stress by managing nutrients as best as possible. We want to ensure we’re feeding the crop the right amount of N…
How much nitrogen does it take to produce 200 bushels of corn per acre? That’s a very common question with multiple answers. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to nitrogen management. And not every corn crop needs the same amount of N to produce 200 plus bushels per acre. The reality is that an effective nitrogen…
As harvest comes to a close in many areas of the cornbelt, growers continue to evaluate what they have seen on the yield monitor. Many growers are developing conclusions on the practices that were used in 2014 that they feel most positively influenced their operation. The evaluation of 2014 leads to more structure to the…
With the extraordinary crop yield, additional bushels to haul and excessive rain, harvest has moved at a very slow pace. Due to the excess moisture, many fields around Central and Southern Illinois have significant ruts left from combines and grain carts. It’s important to be aware: how we manage our fields this fall could have…
No, it’s not a virus but it can be a self-inflicted ailment. What is this affliction you might ask? Nitrogen deficiencies. As we continue to push for higher yields – via narrower rows and higher populations – the stress we put on our nutrient supply systems continues to increase. Since N is one of the…
As we progress through the 2014 harvest (however slow), many of us are turning our attention toward planning for 2015. Many decisions have to be made over the coming weeks that will set the stage for how successful we can be next year. Once you have landed on a mix of acres, your attention will…
