Gypsum Could Help Keep Water Clean

October 1, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health, Water Management

Source: Ohio State University, Kurt Knebusch

Gypsum, which has roots in the past as a farm soil treatment, also may have a bright future, and not just as a booster of crops but also a protector of water.

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Protecting Runaway Phosphorus With Strip-Till

By Jack Zemlicka posted on August 19, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Water Management

As federal and state government begins to take action to monitor and prevent fertilizer runoff into watersheds — especially in the Great Lakes region — some farmers see strip-till as preventative measure.

The Dangers Of Applying Fertilizers And Manure To Frozen Ground

February 13, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Water Management

Source: By Edwin Ritchey, University of Kentucky

Some producers are taking advantage of frozen ground conditions to apply nitrogen to wheat fields or manure to corn fields.

Timing Of Nitrogen Application Can Enhance Yields

January 30, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: DuPont Pioneer

DuPont Pioneer experts suggest growers continue to look for ways to make the application of nutrients — particularly nitrogen — as efficient as possible.

USDA Develops Phosphorus Management Tool

April 26, 2013 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Environmental Leader

A tool developed by USDA scientists can help agribusiness model phosphorus loss in runoff and determine ways to reduce these losses.

Strip-Till Offers Economic, Environmental Benefits

June 25, 2012 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

Source: Jennifer Stewart, Purdue University

Strip-till and other conservation practices not only preserve soil and water, but also can save growers money, says Tony Vyn, Purdue University Extension agronomist.

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Gypsum Could Help Keep Water Clean

Protecting Runaway Phosphorus With Strip-Till

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Timing Of Nitrogen Application Can Enhance Yields

USDA Develops Phosphorus Management Tool

Strip-Till Offers Economic, Environmental Benefits

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