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.
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Almond Bloom Approaches Rapidly 02/10/2022
As we rapidly approach bloom season in almonds, the trees are accumulating the last of their chill hours. Growers typically prepare for bloom to happen around Valentine’s Day, and this year they are anticipating a fast bloom.
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Helena Preps for Busy Weed Control Season 01/27/2022
We checked in with Helena experts from the Midwest to the Southeast to see what’s top of mind ahead of 2022 planting. All agreed farmers will need to go back to the basics to deal with a new set of weed control challenges, starting with these questions.
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Desert Crops Take Center Stage During Winter Months 01/26/2022
While farmland across much of the country is blanketed in snow, production is in full swing out west. It’s winter vegetable season in the desert, and Jose Cabrera, Helena Product Manager based in Arizona, says farmers are taking full advantage of the weather.
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Brush Up on Drift Before You Spray 01/24/2022
With the amount of money spent on herbicides every year combined with the liability associated with drift, it pays farmers to ensure every droplet stays on the acre. A review of herbicide labels will indicate the need to manage drift and highlight the responsibility of the applicator if an off-target incident occurs. Off-target applications are influenced by several factors. These include, but are not limited to, the products in the tank as well as mechanical and environmental factors.
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The Critical Importance of Sampling in Grape Production 01/21/2022
Understanding the physical and chemical properties of the soil and water in which vines grow is critical for effective management of inputs and the diagnosis of potential issues in your vineyard. Following a regular sampling schedule provides valuable data in season and an opportunity to observe trends year over year.
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Effective Weed Control Programs Include Adjuvants 01/18/2022
How farmers choose to handle supply shortages and price increases will impact more than just herbicide selection this year. It’ll also dictate what else goes into the tank, specifically the adjuvants they need to make herbicides perform at their best.
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Helena Supports Iowa Families for the Holidays 12/28/2021
The Holiday season is a time of tremendous gratitude for most. But for the 11.4% of Americans living in poverty*, it is a time of great need and uncertainty. Adopting a family is a small way to make a big difference for those struggling in your community.
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Helena Finds Solution to Rising Fertilizer Costs in Soil Health 11/23/2021
The economy is raising more than just prices as farmers question how to manage fertilizer investments. For Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC, the answer lies beneath the surface. Soil health is one of the main factors influencing fertilizer efficiency, and making it a priority next season will help farmers ensure their valuable resources are well spent.