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Should Michigan growers prioritize planting soybean or corn? Michigan State University Cropping Systems Agronomy, led by Benjamin Agyei, Ph.D. analyzed multiyear soybean and corn planting date data. Planting dates for both crops ranged from mid or late April through late-June. Overall, the results indicated that planting corn too early may result in yield losses, therefore through the end of April soybean planting should be prioritized. Corn yield is optimal when planted between the first and third week of May. As planting date is delayed, greater yield penalties are observed with corn, therefore the focus should be planting soybean from late may onwards. Read the full article here ➡️: https://lnkd.in/gaGHFuJZ

2026 Agronomy updates start today! Last year, many Illinois growers experienced the full effects of late-season drought that carried through harvest. As we move into the 2026 growing season, those impacts are still visible in our subsoil moisture, while surface conditions have shown signs of recovery. The graph below, from the Illinois State Climatologist’s weather station in Champaign, paints a clear picture. At the 4-inch depth, readings approached historical lows in November but have since rebounded to around 30 percent saturation, which is right in the optimal range for corn germination. I recommend planting at normal depths and not changing reactively to the drought monitor. In my footprint generally planting corn at 2" and soybeans at 1.5" is optimal. As we progress through the season, monitoring subsoil moisture will be critical to understanding nutrient availability and yield potential. Current soil moisture data from stations across Illinois can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gZWtCnJz

4 bushels doesn’t sound flashy — until you scale it. Replicated research showed a 4 bu/ac response with Upward, and in today’s market that margin matters. Early in-furrow decisions compound across acres, and you can’t go back to planting. The full White Paper breakdown is in the comments — subscribe to our YouTube channel to see every release first. AgXplore | Agronomy. Education. Experience. Farm4Profit John Murphy Corey Hillebo

Legume marketing in WA has long been considered a chicken and egg scenario. A GRDC investment with the Grower Group Alliance is aiming to increase grower confidence in using legumes in WA. This episode is part of a 4-part series investigating the agronomy, profitability, marketing and harvesting of various legume crops. In this instalment, we hear considerations for marketing legumes with John Orr from Premium Grain Handlers based at Fremantle, Erin Cahill, a grower and AgVivo agronomist in Moora, and Timm House, a grower in Gnowangerup. Listen now 🎧 https://bit.ly/3OGwlyd #GRDCPodcast #Legumes #WAgrowers #grainmarketing

Manganese Deficiencies On The Rise For UK Farmers 💧🌱 Across the UK, OMEX agronomists and SAP analysis results are reporting a consistent trend emerging in farmers’ fields this spring: increasing cases of manganese deficiencies. In our latest update we look at how farmers can proactively plan nutrient management and remedy deficiencies utilising SuperMn. Within the article we caught up with Richard Cobbald, Farm Manager at Bartlow Estates who added 💬” It consistently produces a greener, healthier crop. The added components in the formulation really make a difference, especially for correcting minor manganese deficiencies. As I do my own agronomy, I wouldn’t use it if it wasn’t performing.” Read more, here 👇 https://ow.ly/b6mY50YIOF9

In this #PituraPartners feature, we connect with Pride Seeds about what’s ahead for Manitoba growers. A strong focus on agronomy and product placement is leading the way — using plot work and soil testing to better match hybrids to the right environments. With new silage hybrids and earlier grain options in the mix, it’s shaping up to be an exciting season. Because great seed starts with great partnerships. #PituraSeeds #PrideSeeds #WestCdnAg #PrairieAg #Corn

March vegetable agronomy update: disease risk, nutrition choices and IPM planning with Kathryn Styan - Agronomist and Technical Advisor for Veg Crops Read more online at - https://loom.ly/XaTB388

Strong roots are a pivotal part of successful farming. Rootex® and Rootex® Flowable provide unique benefits in this area. Not only does this technology help drive lateral root development and mass, Rootex is also designed to overcome one of the biggest nutrient challenges that exists in agriculture- phosphorus tie-up in the soil. Redox CEO Darin Moon visits with several of our Midwest agronomy team #RedoxGrows

On the ground across Kazakhstan Our agronomy seminars are reaching farmers across Kazakhstan — bringing practical plant nutrition expertise directly to local agricultural communities. By engaging directly with producers in their regions — and through a national webinar — we continue adapting our recommendations to real field challenges. Because effective agronomy starts locally.

Nutrient management decisions now sit at the intersection of agronomy, economics and environmental responsibility. 4R Designation recognizes agronomy professionals trained to apply the 4R framework where decisions matter most — in the field. Learn more about 4R Designation: https://lnkd.in/g24YcDbz