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Take an in-depth look at the hottest topics in agriculture with The Helena FieldLink Blog. Throughout the growing season, FieldLink is your resource for agronomic education, expert recommendations, the latest Helena news and information, and much more.

Weed Management in Grapes during the Winter 10/13/2022

Effective weed management is a critical part of Helena’s Grape Wise™ program. Weeds under the vine rows can cause a number of problems throughout the season.
Paul W. Crout Honored as 2022 Western Region CCA of the Year 10/06/2022

The Western Region Certified Crop Advisers are pleased to announce Paul W. Crout from Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC as the 2022 Certified Crop Adviser of the Year.
Post-Harvest Nutrition in Vines 08/05/2022

Harvest has begun, and we can see that light at the end of the tunnel signaling the end of another grape-growing season. However, it is easy to forget about the more critical phenological changes a grape vine makes in its growth cycle – pre-dormancy root development and nutrient storage.
Helena of Norfolk Cultivating Yields of Value 07/27/2022

In the heart of eastern Nebraska lies Helena of Norfolk, a local ag retailer making a big impact. Helena of Norfolk was established in 2014, when Helena Agri-Enterprises acquired a farm and garden home center.
Tar Spot on the Rise Across the Corn Belt 07/21/2022

As corn nears reproduction, growers are facing a daunting challenge. Tar spot has quickly made its way into the Midwest, and is not slowing down. As this fast-acting pathogen spreads, there are things to look for and ways to help manage your corn crop and maintain yield potential.
Crop Emergence Shifts Focus to Foliar Nutrition 06/13/2022

As a wet spell was cast on the north Delta region in late May, the early stages of crop emergence can be observed. Now is the time for producers to consider what foliar nutrients to apply to crops for growth and survival throughout the growing season. With gas prices at record highs, farmers should think about trying to optimize trips across the field by improving the nutritional content of their existing crop plan.
Managing Heat Stress 06/01/2022

A major challenge in agricultural production is how to cope with plant environmental stress, especially heat stress, in a practical and economical way. With a record number of above average temperatures in the desert region in recent years, Helena nutritional and bioscience products can play an important role as viable options to mitigate stress.
Planting Turnaround Leads to Positive Outlook on Corn 06/01/2022

“Just because corn was planted later than we’d like doesn’t mean we need to stop managing this crop for extra bushels,” says Brad Hammes, Helena Product Specialist based in Iowa.

Hammes shared these thoughts after a turn in weather across the Corn Belt allowed farmers to make up for lost time. He believes there is still ample opportunity to be profitable this year, especially with such high commodity prices.

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