by Sarah Mengwasser | Mar 31, 2021 | Latest news
In order to complete their full life cycle, all plants require 17 essential elements. In addition to carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O), plants require six minerals as macronutrients and eight minerals as micronutrients. In order of abundance in plant tissue,...
by Sarah Mengwasser | Mar 18, 2021 | Latest news
The first of the 4Rs is to determine the Right Source of nutrients used for the crop system’s specific needs. Although it is also important to consider the other Rs of right rate, time, and place, there is good reason for source to be listed as the first R in the 4R...
by haadmin | Mar 3, 2021 | Latest news
The principles of 4R Nutrient Stewardship are all encompassing, but can be applied to a specific farming operation to meet the needs of specific soil types and cropping systems. Goals such as increased production, increased farmer profitability, enhanced...
by haadmin | Jan 18, 2021 | Latest news
Soil Matters – Is Your Sample Yielding the Best Results? Producers use soil sampling and testing to increase fertility for future crops or grow crops by measuring soil fertility levels. Soil testing can improve farming operations economically and environmentally....
by haadmin | Dec 30, 2020 | Latest news
Research Projects to Benefit Farmers and Ag Retailers The Missouri Fertilizer Control Board approved five funding requests for research to benefit growers and ag retailers in the 2020 budget cycle. Criteria for fund approval included applicability for both audiences...
by haadmin | Dec 3, 2020 | Latest news
As an alternative to the increased regulations placed on farmers and fertilizer distributors in other states, the Missouri Fertilizer Control Board supports Missouri’s “Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy” and promotes sustainable farming practices to maintain a grounded...
