Five Factors That Affect Soybean Yields – Axis Seed Although corn yields have soared over the past decade, soybeans seem to be stuck in a rut. That perception is keeping some farmers from realizing the true potential of soybeans, says Missy Bauer, Farm Journal Associate Field…

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Feeding today’s corn hybrids University expert says today’s corn root systems take up nutrients more efficiently; nutrient guidelines may be more generous than crop needs. farmprogress.com

A trip to soybean boot camp We get an inside look at how one seed company develops crop disease ratings, not a good time for those test beans. farmindustrynews.com Like Comment Share Comments Write a comment…

Pollination is a critical period for corn development and yield. The Iowa State University Agronomy Extension shares it’s insights. 

Green snap occurs when rapidly elongating corn stalks are subjected to high winds. Corn stalks are elongating rapidly between about V8 to tassel. Farm Journal’s Ag Pro educates us on the who, what, when, where, and why of green snap!

With land and cash rent prices slow to follow the income trend, it is the variable expenses that become the focus. While making a well thought-out budget and executing that plan is crucial, you simply cannot save your way out of the slump. You need more bushels per acre in order to maximize your income […]

Due to some great weather and little bit of luck, some Texas farmers are taking advantage and getting crops in extra early this year. Find out more!  

Here’s your Tip Tuesday from Axis Seed! Think about what one single kernel does for you as a farmer. A kernel of corn weighs about 1/100th of an ounce and has the ability to be placed in dirt, germinate, grow into an 8ft+ plant, and  multiply the grain yield 500 fold. See how your locally owned […]