NEWS & BLOG
2024 Hybrid Seed Picks
Seed placement can be a challenging task for anyone to accomplish. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be a daunting task if we have yield goals, field history and yield potential in mind. There are numerous ways to place hybrids, but I like to break a field down into three categories when determining hybrid placement. This method helps simplify the seed placement process.
NH3 Coolers Safety and Maintenance
By: Brian Miller | Equipment & Precision Ag Sales
NH3 is one of the most stable and concentrated forms of nitrogen and still probably the most popular form of nitrogen to use across the Corn Belt. We’ve all heard the stories of close calls and disasters. Try not to become one of those stories in the attempt to save a minute or two. NH3 coolers safety, maintenance ahead of time, and a little common sense in-season can go a long way. Let’s look at a couple of ways to make sure we can have a safe fall when using NH3 coolers like the Raven AccuFlow.
Steps to Soil Fertility Management
By: Justin Hunter | Agronomy Sales
Many have heard agricultural companies promoting their products as “increasing yield” or “adding bushels.” This common advertising tactic captures the attention of the farmer and creates an interesting conversation piece, but in reality, input decisions farmers make can only protect yield – not increase it. It is easy to get caught up in the hot topics of biologicals and foliar nutritionals, but if other, more fundamental factors like soil fertility aren’t prioritized then additional crop inputs may not provide a return on investment.
Fall Harvest Reminders: Prioritizing Safety Around Grain Handling Equipment
Fall harvest is a bustling time. It’s the pinnacle of the crop season – the Super Bowl for row crop growers if you will. It can also be one of the most tragic and devastating times. The stories usually go something along the lines of “a corner was cut,” “a deadline needed to be met,” “exhaustion had set in,” or “it has been done this way in the past and nothing bad has happened.” We realize how exciting, exhausting and potentially dangerous this time can be. So, here are a few grain equipment fall harvest safety tips for when you’re in the thick of it:
Welcome to the Team Scott Stiller
Meet Scott Stiller, our new director of sales for Stutsman Logistics. Scott grew up in Floyd’s Knobs, Indiana. He attended Purdue University where he became interested in logistics during his junior year. Although Scott only joined our team in August, his 23 years in the industry, 22 years working for C.H. Robinson, and 17 years in leadership make him a natural fit. On top of his logistics experience, Scott’s background working for local farmers as a youth pairs well with Stutsman’s roots in the agricultural industry. Scott is responsible for scaling Stutsman Logistics by developing strategic partnerships with customers and delivering exceptional value while leveraging a consultative approach.
Fiber Plus: The Economical Fiber Source
In a market full of high-priced fiber products, Fiber Plus excels as an economical and high-fiber cotton pellet product. While Fiber Plus is not new to the market, it does have a fresh look and branding. Its versatility has remained consistent with uses for show cattle enthusiasts, feed mills and commercial beef and dairy operations. Having Fiber Plus in your inventory can serve as a triple threat, making it marketable to a wider range of customers. Let’s break down this product’s different purposes and uses.