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Glyphosate can struggle on cereal rye because it chelates key micronutrients inside the plant, slowing translocation and reducing kill consistency. As Dennis Klockenga explains, “Roundup is a chelator of cations, especially trace elements like manganese, zinc, copper, and iron.” Combined with hard water and high...

Farmers across the Midwest are feeling the strain as rising input costs and declining soil health push agriculture to a breaking point. This article explores how decades of industrial practices have damaged soil biology—and why regenerative strategies offer a path back to profitability and resilience

Many growers are discovering that modern conventional hybrids can match traited varieties in yield and ear quality while saving hundreds per bag. On‑farm comparisons showed conventional seed delivering similar stay‑green performance, weed control, and insect tolerance when paired with sound management. Combining expert hybrid selection,...

Want to apply less nitrogen without hurting your ROI? The Haney test helps farmers unlock free nutrients already in their soil by measuring microbial activity—something conventional tests miss. “Plants prefer organic nitrogen,” says soil scientist Liz Haney. “They use it more efficiently.” With Haney test...

With fertilizer prices rising and nutrient losses adding up, untreated manure pits are a missed opportunity. This blog explores how biological treatments—especially those featuring purple sulfur bacteria—can stabilize nitrogen and sulfur, reduce odor, and boost the fertilizer value of manure. Learn why managing your pit...

What if your soil already has the nutrients your crops need—but they’re just locked up? The Haney Test helps uncover those hidden reserves by measuring biological activity and nutrient availability in real time. It’s a powerful tool for reducing input costs, improving soil health, and...