In the 5 ag stories to read this week, download crop budget spreadsheets and a 2015 tax guide. Learn about nematode research and the impact of late weed control. Finally, enjoy some RC tractors in action.
In the 1950s, CSD advertisers offered a lot to readers. From combines and tractors to an inoculant, vacuum and solvents, check out these products from Phillips Solvents, John Deere, Cargill, Allis-Chalmers and more...
The age-old agronomy equation is “yield equals genetics (G) by environment (E) by management (M).” There is a lot of focus on using data to measure hybrid and variety performance — in other words, to sort out the “G” part of the equation...
In the 1950s, the second decade of Soybean Digest magazine, average yields were hovering around 20 bu./acre, but contest winners hit 63 bushels! Soybean acres continued to climb (19.3 million acres in 1954), yet farmers were dealing with big...
In the 5 ag stories to read this week, check out a new weed control guide and an outlook on input costs. Read new research on the effectiveness of neonicotinoid seed treatments and tips for cutting costs in 2016. Finally, enjoy the carrot harvest!
One of my favorite magazines (outside of CSD, of course) is an entertainment weekly that offers previews of new books, movies and recordings. I like previews because anticipation creates excitement. Let’s preview some ag-related drivers in 2016...
