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Tissue sampling bringing added efficiency

A southern Illinois farmer says in-season tissue sampling has changed his operation. “Every Monday morning, I’m walking fields, gathering those leaves and taking them to town.” Granvil Travis, who raises corn and soybeans in Massac County, says it’s a way to keep a close...

Digital tools help farmer’s efficiency

What is Digital farming? Libby Rens, U.S. Technical Agronomy Manager for BASF Digital Farming, who leads a team that works on trialing and validation of digital farming models, explained this data-driven approach to farming. Rens tells Brownfield Digital farming is important to BASF because...

Soybean grower eyes efficiency, cost-cutting in 2025

Pictured: Iowa farmer Jeff Jorgenson (left) with Brownfield’s Brent Barnett at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado (Photo by Brent Barnett/Brownfield) A southwest Iowa farmer says he expects some cost-cutting for the 2025 growing season. Jeff Jorgenson says he’s focusing on efficiency this...

How does labor efficiency correlate to a farm’s productivity?

A Purdue University ag economist says farmers should analyze their labor efficiency to maximize productivity in 2025. Michael Langemeier says if a farm has higher labor costs, it could struggle to support its workforce. “If your labor costs are above 11%, you need to...

Using aerial imagery to build crop management efficiency

A regional agronomist with AgriGold says aerial imagery technology can be a valuable investment for farmers looking to enhance their crop management strategies. Western Illinois based Brett Leahr says it can help farmers identify which areas need to be monitored more closely during the growing season. “With...

Evergy Offers Tips for Energy Efficiency During the Holidays 

Small Changes Can Help Save Energy and Money  By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, MO — The holidays are here. Whether you’re hosting a big gathering with friends and family or keeping things quiet at home, Evergy is reminding customers of ways to...