The SCN Coalition provides a variety of resources to help more farmers understand the importance of soil testing for managing SCN.
While there are many tests out there, researchers have spent a lot of time and effort determining which tests are the best for soils within a given state.
One easy, and affordable, step every farmer can take is to have soil tests done for their field prior to spring planting.
Ag retailers and CCAs are well positioned to help farmers create comprehensive plans that show substantial compliance.
As you work to pull samples this fall and interpret results, here are five tips on how to have better conversations with growers about fertility recommendations.
Research shows tests enabled a high level of certainty in “useful” cropping comparisons and correlated with soil carbon levels and soil total nitrogen.
Wheat planting is quickly approaching, so now is the time to get your soil sampling done to have good information on which to base your fertilizer inputs.
When it comes to soil sampling, above- and below-ground checks can pay off in this challenging economy.
Editor’s note: This article originally appeared at PrecisionAg in February 2017. We are entering a very exciting time […]
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Iowa State University recently announced changes to potassium (K) fertility guidelines based on moist soil measurements.
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