On this episode of The Agronomists, special guest host Peter Johnson is joined by Drs. Dave Hooker and Jeff Schoenau to discuss how soil behaves, especially under dry conditions. Learn about subsoil properties and water access, how soil holds water and supports plant growth, and how management can shift to try and make the best... Read More
Category: Agronomy
Since John Deere rolled out See & Spray in 2021, the spot spraying technology continues to evolve and gain a growing foothold on farms across Canada. In this report from the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, Josh Ladd, Deere's go-to-market manager for application, shares where and how the spraying technology is finding a fit... Read More
What impact can fertilizer have when applied to a high-need crop such as potatoes? Research suggests that 50 per cent of potato yield can be attributed to fertilizer inputs that deliver nutrients the crop requires. But not all the nutrients applied in fertilizer are available to the crop — up to 60 per cent can... Read More
Saskatchewan-based Bourgault Industries has maintained operations in North Dakota for 30 years and continues to expand its U.S. footprint. Bourgault sales and marketing vice president Colin Rush says one of the keys to the company's expansion success is its strategic commitment to capacity without complexity. He says the company has carved out a reputation for... Read More
Fall weed control is a pivotal, yet often under appreciated, tool in protecting next season’s crop. In this episode of RealAgriculture's Canola School, Jack Payne, agronomy solutions manager with South Country Co-op, joins Amber Bell in Olds, Alberta, to discuss how managing winter annuals now can defend against pests, diseases, and yield drag next spring.... Read More
The momentum behind biologicals in agriculture is growing. From bioinsecticides to phosphate-solubilizing microbes, biological products are becoming a more strategic part of pulse production, not just for sustainability, but for ROI, says Erin Burton, technical sales manager for biologicals at FMC. Burton joins RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney to break down the biologicals landscape and weigh-in... Read More
Corn harvest, fall crop conditions, and agronomic decisions take centre stage in this week’s Wheat Pete’s Word. With wild swings in corn yield—even within the same field—subsoil moisture is proving to be a major yield driver. Peter Johnson tackles questions on wheat emergence, tillage timing, cover crop management, and leaf burn risk in this week's... Read More
Health Canada has extended the consultation period on its proposed new restrictions for dicamba herbicide. The department is seeking feedback on its proposed rule changes, which include a ban on in-crop application of dicamba in soybeans and other limitations aimed at preventing movement of the herbicide to off-target plants. As of last week, Health Canada... Read More
The Great Lakes Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) has hit a new milestone in its efforts to unlock the potential of winter wheat production with the winner of its 2024-2025 competition harvesting a whopping yield of 182.6 bushels/acre. Michigan grower Nick Suwyn binned the winning crop in the fifth year of the YEN, which continues to... Read More
When it comes to seed choices, PRIDE Seeds agronomist Neil McGregor wants growers to focus first on genetics and select the right hybrid for each field. But he also wants growers to ensure their planters are fine-tuned to effectively plant the seed they've selected. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School, McGregor points out... Read More