An area DSM was out scouting fields a few weeks back and found some significant problems with Aphanomyces Race 2. He was in the Dubuque, Iowa area, which is known to be a hot-bed for APH2. There were several areas in the field that were not as tall or vigorous. He realized right away that it was likely an issue with APH2, so he dug up plants to see what was going on beneath the plant (APH2 is a soilborne fungus).
Read MoreFIXatioN BALANSA CLOVER OFFERS SOY FARMERS A SECOND CHANCE
Flooding can cause nitrogen leaching or volatilization (microbe conversion) in the soil. One option to combat unfavorable conditions would be to plant FIXatioN balansa clover, a product from Grassland Oregon. FIXatioN will not only grow in water-logged soils, it is a Bio-Massive™ and hardy cover crop that can, in the right conditions, fix up to 200 pounds of nitrogen per acre. FIXatioN’s roots break up compacted soils, fix nitrogen and prepare the soil for the next year’s crop.
Read MoreEndure Chicory Looking Good at University of Kentucky
Endure Chicory is noted for its improved persistence in wet soils and fast establishment.
Read MorePushing the Alfalfa Yield and Quality Bar
How can we take alfalfa stands to the next level, and truly micromanage the crop to surpass yield and quality goals. We hear about intense, highly-controlled, strategic management in corn, soybean, wheat and other crops – but what about alfalfa?
Read MoreFIXatioN Balansa Clover Getting Rave Reviews
We underestimated the nitrogen contribution potential of FIXatioN. We have gathered enough data from enough locations to determine nitrogen contribution. Calculations have confirmed -you can expect between 67 and 96 lbs. of N/ton of dry matter with FIXatioN when incorporating the plant material into your soil.
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