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WINTER
Moving Toward A Global Approach To Nitrogen Management In Maize
Drs. Daniel Walters, Tri Setiyono, Haishun Yang, Kenneth Cassman, and Achim Dobermann

Maize-N model computer simulation program recommends nitrogen rates for maize crops.
A Look at the Economic Benefits of Enhanced Efficiency Nitrogen Fertilizers
Drs. C. Grant, A. Moulin, and N. Tremblay

In addition to highest possible crop return per dollar, study also considered evaluation of environmental benefits.
Greater Phosphorus Efficiency Results From Improved Mobility and Prolonged Availability
Tom Gerecke, Dr. Husein Ajwa, Dr. Charles Krauter, and Jerome Pier
Two California studies demonstrate the complexation of phosphorus (P) with organic acids results in prolonged availability, plus more movement away from point of application.
EARLY SPRING
Determination of Urea in Fluid Fertilizers Containing Water-Soluble Urea-Formaldehyde Reaction Products
Dr. Michael Hojjatie, Dean Abrams

A liquid chromatographic method has proved successful for over a decade in determining amount of urea in a class of fluid fertilizers.
A Look At Increasing Late N Availability In Soybeans
Dr. Ricardo Melgar
Better synchronization with N demand sought via better timing of N availability to crop.
FFF Review: Tracking a Rich Legacy Using Fluid Technology for Next Generation of High Crop Yields
Dean Fairchild

The innovation that brought us fl uid fertilizers was given birth in the early ‘50s.
SPRING
Achieving 300 Bu/A Corn Sustainability
Drs. Laura F. Gentry and Fred E. Below
Involves agricultural intensifi cation that pursues higher yields, biofuel production potential, and preservation of our soil and water resources.
Answering the Question: Does Fertilizer Applied Give Yield Increase?
Dr. Tom Jensen

Omission plot design employed to show farmer whether or not there is a yield increase response.
More Research Needed On Remote Sensing For Nitrogen Management
Drs. T. Shaver, R. Khosla, and D. Westfall

Current algorithm development methodology has proven sound and should be researched further for accuracy.
Do Fertilizer Additives Help In Increasing Root Mass and Yields?
Dr. R. W. Heiniger

Studies are mixed indicating more work needs to be done in this area.
FALL

Part I, Zinc: A Key Nutrient in Crop Production
Dr. Ismail Cakmak

Zinc deficiency represents a common micronutrient defi ciency problem in human populations.

Science Is On The Side of Inorganic vs. Organic Fertilizers
Dr. Terry Tindall

Striking examples of desperately needed yield increases in Africa and Asia offer solid proof, not pipedreams.
Needed: A Research-driven Understanding of Every Aspect of Producing Grain
Dr. Timothy Maloney

A long-winded, kitchen sink approach to enhance grain yields and profits.
The Concept of Fluid FertilizersMay Well Date Back to 1808
An Englishman by the name of Humphry Davy successfully used dilute ammonium acetate in a field of wheat.

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