by rscheuler | Jun 4, 2024 | Latest news
The benefits of cover crops on row crop acres have become increasingly well-known. Improvements in soil organic matter, weed interference, and soil fertility have been touted for years along with an increase in soil water holding capacity. Decreases in soil erosion,...
by rscheuler | Jun 4, 2024 | Latest news
Reducing nitrogen losses from agricultural fields is a key focus area of the Missouri Fertilizer Control Board (MoFCB) and the organization’s Research, Education, and Outreach (REO) committee. A recent study, which was partially funded by MoFCB and conducted by Kelly...
by Andrea Rice | Feb 15, 2024 | Latest news
Originally published in the Mid America CropLife Association (MACA) November Water Update – November 15, 2023. I had the opportunity to attend the Agricultural Nutrient Policy Council (ANPC) meeting in Columbus, Ohio a few weeks ago and learned a great deal...
by Sarah Mengwasser | Oct 2, 2023 | Latest news
Getting the most bang for every buck spent on fertilizer will be at the top of every farmer’s list for the upcoming crop season. One way to maximize fertilizer efficiency is to add soil sampling as a tool in every nutrient management toolbox. The first step to good...
by Sarah Mengwasser | Mar 21, 2023 | Latest news
Andrea Rice, Director of Research, Education, and Outreach Nitrogen fertilizer is a major investment for tall fescue production and producers are seeking to control the risk involved. Ryan Lock, Principal Investigator on the research project, looked into commercially...
by Sarah Mengwasser | Feb 6, 2023 | Latest news
Micronutrients can maximize crop performance Andrea Rice, Director of Research, Education, and Outreach, Missouri Fertilizer Control Board How is manganese used by the plant? Manganese (Mn) plays a vital role in the enzyme systems in plants. It is responsible for...
