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| WINTER |
| Environmental Implications Of Biomass Removal Dr. J.L. Hatfield Removal of corn residue would lead to decreases in vitally needed soil organic matter and increases in soil erosion. (PDF, 4 pages, 357 KB) |
| Still Important: Starters On High P Soils Ron Mulford Maryland studies show P improves corn yields even when soil P levels are high. (PDF, 2 pages, 212 KB) |
| Maximizing Forage/Beef Yields In Wheat/Stocker Production Systems Dr. John Sij , Phyllis Dyer, and Mark Belew Studies in Texas plains examine optimal N fertility levels in both no-till and conventional-till production systems. (PDF, 3 pages, 263 KB) |
| NPKS Starters Improve Profitability On High-Testing Soils Dr. Gyles Randall and Jeff Vetsch Studies conducted at Southern Research and Outreach Center in Waseca, Minnesota. (PDF, 3 pages, 160 KB) |
| A Look At The Rise Of Fluid Fertilizers In Australia Matt Evans R&D is paving the way by introducing and attracting more and more producers to the benefits of fluids over granular. (PDF, 3 pages, 213 KB) |
| Stopping N Losses More Urgent Than Ever With Current Nitrogen Prices INDUSTRY AT WORK More and more growers are looking to urease inhibitors to curb N losses. (PDF, 2 pages, 325 KB) |
| EARLY SPRING |
| What’s Right Amount of N? Using Sensors May Provide Better Answer Dr. Newell R. Kitchen For variable-rate applications, in-fi eld on-the-go sensors may be just the ticket for applying the correct amount of N. (PDF, 3 pages, 309 KB) |
| Automatic Guidance Systems Add Efficiency To Fertilizer Management Dr. Tony J. Vyn and Terry D. West Most precise GPS guidance available is the RTK system. (PDF, 3 pages, 364 KB) |
| Split N and P Fertigation Benefi cial For Pear Production Drs. Xinhua Yin, Clark Seavert, and Jinhe Bai Banding N and P also increases fruit yield and size in Oregon studies. (PDF, 3 pages, 703 KB) |
| In Search Of The Right Starter Combinations To Optimize Corn Yields Dr. Ron Heiniger North Carolina studies look at best blend of nutrients, best rate, and the impact of additives. (PDF, 3 pages, 917 KB) |
| Efficiency: Key To Boosting Bottom Line! FFF Review If there was ever a time to pay attention to efficient means of nutrient application, it is now. (PDF, 3 pages, 219 KB) |
| LATE SPRING |
| Managing To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drs. D. Walters, K. Cassman, A. Dobermann, M. Adviento-Borbe, A. Liska, J. Specht and H. Yang Managing at high yield levels creates large sinks for carbon and mineral N, providing prerequisite for reducing global warming potential. (PDF, 3 pages, 843 KB) |
| Fluids Key To Nutrient Effi ciencies In Irrigation Management Dr. Thomas A. Ruehr Lend themselves to application through micro-sprinkler and drip irrigation systems. (PDF, 3 pages, 833 KB) |
| A Closer Look At P And Water Management On Productivity Of Apple And Sweet Cherry Drs. G. H. Neilsen, F. Kappel, P. Toivonen, and D. Neilsen Five-year study shows benefi ts of P fertigation on apple; research on sweet cherry in early stages. (PDF, 3 pages, 966 KB) |
| NPK Inputs At Optimum Growth Stage Critical For Maximizing Yields In Irrigated Chilies Dr. J. C. Silvertooth, R. Soto-Ortiz, Dr. A. Galadima Two-year fi eld studies conducted in Arizona and New Mexico to collect data for future management and scheduling. (PDF, 3 pages, 811 KB) |
| Band Placement Critical To Potato Yield Dr. Bryan G. Hopkins and Stewart C. Stephens Field trials in southeastern Idaho calcareous soils show significant increases in tuber yield for deep-placed treatments. (PDF, 3 pages, 805 KB) |
| FALL |
| Foliar K Makes Difference On Muskmelon Fruit Quality Drs. J. L. Jifon and G. E. Lester Even though soil K concentrations were high, supplemental foliar K treatments improved fruit quality in Texas studies. (PDF, 3 pages, 334 KB) |
| Phosphorus Applications Benefit Cotton Yields Dr. D. R. Krieg, D. P. Allen and J. S. Reiter Magnitude of benefit dependent on water supply being the primary driver of yield increases. (PDF, 4 pages, 321 KB) |
| Limiting N Loss In No-till Corn And Grain Sorghum Production Dr. Barney Gordon Slow-release polymer-coated urea product are beginning to become available for agricultural use. (PDF, 3 pages, 306 KB) |
| Good Risk Management Requires Planning Dr. Willis E. Anthony We usually and wisely look into the future by exploring the past. (PDF, 3 pages, 372 KB) |
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