Cornfield Priority

Which Cornfield Do You Prioritize First?    With this year’s drought conditions, it’s important to consider corn stalk integrity challenges so you can prioritize which fields to harvest first.       “In times of drought, there’s more cannibalization within the plant,” said Dennis Klockenga, a crops specialist with ProfitProAG. “It’s important to assess what […]

Got Chitosan?

Got Chitosan? Suppress Harmful Insects, Diseases the Natural Way     Chitosan might just be the most useful crop input you’ve never heard of. If you’re looking for ways to reduce chemicals and protect your crop from yield-robbing insects and disease, it’s time to get acquainted with this natural “super hero.”     “Chitosan works […]

Goss’s Wilt Alert! Check Your Fields—Now

Goss’s Wilt Alert! Check Your Fields—Now       Goss’s wilt is exploding in fields across the Corn Belt right now. If you haven’t been scouting your cornfields for Goss’s Wilt, get out there now.         “I’ve never seen Goss’s Wilt this bad this early in the growing season,” said Dennis Klockenga, […]

BioEnergy+

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2023 Management Strategies for Goss’s Wilt and Tar Spot in Corn

2023 Management Strategies for Goss’s Wilt and Tar Spot in Corn What are diseases Goss’s Bacterial Wilt and Tar Spot fungus and why is there a concern?     Goss’s Wilt is a bacterial disease found in corn. The bacteria shuts down the pipeline of nutrients and water from traveling up and down the stalk […]

Are Fungicides the Answer to Tar Spot?

Are Fungicides the Answer to Tar Spot?     If tar spot has hit your area—and fungicides aren’t controlling the disease—there’s a reason why. There’s also one key thing you must do to protect your crop.     “In the last three to four years, tar spot has become a major challenge,” said Dr. Don […]

Want to Cut Your Fertilizer Bill?

Want to Cut Your Fertilizer Bill? Use Nutrients More Efficiently   Think high yields require a lot of fertilizer? What if you could cut back on chemical and petroleum-based fertilizers and still do more with less. You can when you focus on biology to properly feed your soil and crops.     “It’s all about […]

Drones Take to Next Level

Drones Take Spraying, Dry Spreading to the Next Level     When it’s time to spray or spread, how many times is it either too muddy to get into the field, or you can’t get a plane scheduled? What about getting cover crops seeded on time? Forget all that frustration. Things are looking up, thanks […]

5 Reasons to Use Drones on your Acres

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5 Reasons to Use Drones on Your Acres     When it’s time to spray, how many times is it either too muddy, or you can’t get a plane scheduled? Ever had trouble getting cover crops seeded on time?       Forget all that frustration. Things are looking up, thanks to today’s high-tech drones. […]