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Get Comfortable with Lower Yields

Conventional wisdom says high yields equals producing more per acre, but does increased yield always equate to the best profit or return on investment? An expert with AgroLiquid dives into that question on this episode of Managing for Profit. The post Get Comfortable with... Read More.

Managing weeds crucial to protecting yields

Many farmers are looking for ways to reduce costs without impacting productivity. But, Will Griffin, row crop segment manager with Valent U.S.A., says, “It’s really difficult to save your way to prosperity.” He tells Brownfield when farmers cut corners on inputs, they risk yield... Read More.

Maximizing yields in 2025

A commercial agronomist says investing in new technology could help farmers  improve their yields in 2025. Precision Planting’s Jason Webster says using the right tools lays the groundwork to maximizing profitability. “We’ve got to do the best job of planting that crop, getting the... Read More.

Proactively protecting crop yields

The use of fungicides to protect plant health and production efficiency has been on the rise.   Chad Eitmann raises corn and soybeans in west central, Iowa. “It’s necessary to do it,” he says.  “Even if you’re in a losing proposition.”   He tells Brownfield... Read More.

Scientists: Warmer, Drier Climate Affecting Wheat Yields

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KNS) - Kansas State University researchers have pinpointed how much hot, dry and windy weather it takes to stifle wheat production. The recent study found that just 10 hours of extreme heat, dryness and wind together can reduce wheat production by 4%. Kansas... Read More.