A Better Way To Farm Podcast

We’re moving beyond outdated fertility practices and digging into strategies that boost profitability. While farming equipment and tech have evolved, fertilizers like 18-46-0 and 0-0-60 are still common, often holding back yield and soil health. We’ll discuss how in-depth soil testing, liquid fertilizers, and chelated micronutrients can help you make every input count. Ready to bring your fertility program up to speed? Text “Up to Date” to 641-919-5570 to learn more, and let’s get your farm on a smarter path!

Are you doing things to hold back your profits with soybeans? It's time to challenge the status quo and discover how shifting a few things can unleash the full yield potential! Through correct soil tests and strategic nutrient management, it's possible to transform soybeans from just a filler crop into plentiful producers, and today we’ll guide you on that journey.

Can the right soil testing technique transform your farming success? Join us as Certified Crop Adviser Preston Grobe brings his expert perspective on the role of soil sampling in navigating nutrient management. With precise insights into macro and micronutrient levels, we showcase the importance of selecting the right lab for your soil tests to ensure accurate and actionable results.

Today we emphasize the importance of using common sense and personal judgment in evaluating new technologies and trends in Ag. In this episode, we’re highlighting concerns about the advertising, information and the industry's shift toward subscription models for farm equipment. By asking the right questions and managing farm inputs wisely, you can maximize profits while remaining informed about the latest agricultural trends.

Would prioritizing profit over speed in nitrogen application safeguard both your pocket and the environment? Join Rod as he covers nitrogen application, exploring how making good choices when choosing what type of N to apply and when to apply it can prevent nitrogen loss, reduce costs and improve environmental factors. The stakes are high, and the risks of hasty decisions could lead to more regulations, so let's dive into how we can self-regulate effectively to protect our livelihoods.