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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.

Time to Update Your Fertility Practices 10/12/2020

Fall has always been my favorite season of the year! Growing up, I loved those days of riding with Grandpa in the combine or going with Dad to the elevator in the grain truck. I stepped outside just this week, and the smell of harvest made me smile.
Understanding Crop Residue Decomposition 09/01/2020

With great yields, come great residue opportunities or challenges. Although this statement may not be entirely accurate for all crops or every season, it represents the idea that crop residue left in the field should be properly managed to ensure next year’s crop will not be hindered by excessive, uneven residue.
Maximize Spring Bud Break Vigor with Post-Harvest Applications of Potassium 08/04/2020

Potassium (K) is one of the most essential nutrients associated with tree and vine production, and it is commonly the most misapplied. Lack of K early in fruit/nut development can lead to smaller fruit/nuts, lower TSS/sugars in grapes, uneven ripening, and poor color development.
Understanding the Importance of Fungicides 06/30/2020

Soybeans are often overlooked, specifically during the plant’s reproductive stages. This is unfortunate because a soybean plant doesn’t reach 50% dry matter accumulation until R4, or full pod.
Take the Next Step in Crop Nutrition 06/16/2020

Soybean production practices have progressed significantly since their introduction in the United States. Soybean production is more on par than ever with corn, and the emphasis on maximizing yield and return on investment has increased.
Are your crops getting enough potassium? 06/15/2020

There is no denying the importance of potassium (K) to a growing crop. Uptake of this nutrient by cotton, corn and soybeans is second only to that of nitrogen. Its functions and responsibilities in the plant are numerous and necessary to achieving quality and consistent yields.
The Dicamba Tug of War….Now What? 06/08/2020

Farmers and retailers were caught off guard last week when the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the labels for Engenia, FeXapan and XtendiMax. The legal ruling landed during a critical time for farmers that had planned on using this technology to control yield-robbing weeds in their fields.
Early Season — Setting the Stage for Soybeans 06/06/2020

Because soybeans flower for a long period of time and have the ability to branch under low populations, they are quite resilient to stress. However, in order to maximize yield, farmers need to ensure early season establishment and manage stress during critical pod-setting and pod-filling stages. This article will discuss 3 early season management strategies.

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