This year at our field day, Proving Grounds 2015, I shared practical lessons learned in my team’s quest for 400 bushels per acre. A lot went right and some things went wrong but the journey helped us better understand how we can capture as much yield as possible. During the opening session, I discussed many…
Tag: Yield Potential
Go From Sense to Decide in Minutes with 360 SOILSCAN
Sidedress season has arrived in many parts of the Corn Belt. With frequent and significant rainfall, the decisions you make for nitrogen management will make a big impact on yield potential. Knowing where your nitrogen levels are in the field plays a key role in capturing that potential. 360 SOILSCAN allows you to get real-time,…
Guide to on-farm trials: Testing your yield potential
We all strive for higher yields. Year after year, farmers explore new hybrids, new fungicides, new equipment, and so on in the search of more yield and more profit. But, how do you evaluate those variables and make a decision on what to implement on your farm? Company and university trials often are abundant but…
Plant 2015: Tips for a successful start
Spring is upon us – trees are budding, flowers are blooming and you’re itching to get in the fields. Before planting gets into full swing, here are four tips for a successful start to the 2015 growing season. 1. Complete equipment calibration Before getting into the fields, complete all necessary equipment checks. Make sure your…