IFCA partnered with University of Illinois Extension for a webinar discussing key considerations for fall fertilizer management in Illinois. The discussion featured Dr. John Jones, Dan Schaefer, Dr. Nick Paulson, and Illinois farmer Eric Miller, who shared insights on changing fall weather patterns, soil temperature considerations for anhydrous ammonia applications, and strategies to minimize nitrogen loss. The panel also addressed current fertilizer economics, phosphorus and potassium management, and nutrient recommendations for winter wheat. The presentation emphasized the importance of soil testing, research-based fertilizer decisions, and adapting nutrient management practices to changing weather conditions and economic pressures.
Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association
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Many thanks to the team at MARCO NPK, INC. in Clinton, IL for welcoming IFCA President Jenny Webb to their facility yesterday!
Jenny got an up-close look at their fertilizer operations and the hard work their team puts in to serve Illinois retailers and farmers. Visits like these help us better understand our members' businesses and the issues that matter most to them.
Thank you for your hospitality and for being a valued IFCA member!
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Rain across much of Illinois yesterday has field work paused, making it a great time to catch up on fall fertilizer planning. 🌧️
In case you missed it, IFCA brought together Dr. John Jones, Dan Schaefer, Dr. Nick Paulson, and farmer Eric Miller to talk through fall fertilizer considerations, from when to pull the trigger on anhydrous to managing P & K and fertilizing winter wheat.
Agronomy, economics, and a farmer’s perspective, all in one conversation. Catch the recording here: https://youtu.be/pBBCwAaPuD8
Thanks to farmdoc Daily, University of Illinois College of ACES, and University of Illinois Extension for partnering with us on this!
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