Too often, conventional growers make the mistake of thinking that “if a little bit is good, more will be better.” However, that type of thinking not only leads to wasted input dollars, it can also lead to unwanted changes in soil quality that negatively impact crop productivity.
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We just finished our Maximum Farming Forum in Des Moines with the next one coming February 16 in Indianapolis. At Maximum Farming Forums we strive to provide an overview of the research and basic science; expose farmers to the fundamentals of implementing the Maximum Farming System; explain the impact of chemical/pest management practices on production systems; establish a basic understanding of how the System supports nutrient placement and timing;
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To positively impact soil health, Ag Spectrum associates know that all material inputs must be applied according to the 5Rs of fertilization (right product, right form, right rate, right timing, and right placement). By doing so, the beneficial effects of such materials can outweigh the potential negative effects they can have on one or more soil properties.
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Because the soil is a living system, its health should be a central concern of landowners and farm managers. In fact, soil health is central to understanding how management influences outcomes on the farm.
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Plant roots and post-harvest residues are the largest source of carbon that affect soil quality. So management practices that affect the types, forms, amounts, timing, and incorporation of plant material will have the greatest impact on soil health.
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The final frontier for improving soil health lay in the realm of optimizing carbon management.
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"The industry gets people concerned with removal of P and K. But what about the other nutrients like calcium, boron, sulfur, and magnesium, or any other micronutrient? If you're deficient in any nutrient at the wrong point in the growing season, that becomes your yield-limiting factor. Adding any amount of P & K won't matter." - Garry Brumm, Ag Spectrum Director
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Learn about the scientific benefits of using the Maximum Farming System, the resources available through your Associate, and network with other interested and committed growers who have implemented the System at a Maximum Farming Forum
Maximum Farming Forum Des Moines February 2-3
Indianapolis February 16-17
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IT STARTS WITH SOIL
The texture and structure of soil, plus the organic matter present, influences the plant's ability to use the available water and nutrients in the soil solution. Soil texture and structure influence water movement and retention, soil temperature and soil fertility.
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