Growers considering corn-on-corn acres in 2026 face unique agronomic and economic challenges. This article explores the key considerations—residue, nutrient management, and market outlook—to help make informed decisions for next season. Editor’s Note: Recently, Advanced Agrilytics hosted a webinar on Maximizing…
Editor’s Note: Recently, Advanced Agrilytics hosted a webinar on Maximizing Nutrient Efficiency Amid Rising Input Costs. This blog article is the second in a series drawn from that discussion, and it focuses specifically on how growers can make the most of their nitrogen…
When farmland changes hands, whether through purchase or inheritance, the conversation often centers on soil quality, productivity potential, and purchase price. But there’s another factor that directly affects both the value of the land and the tax implications for the…
For decades, soil sampling has been considered one of the foundational practices in crop management. But for just as long, many growers have felt frustrated or even skeptical about its value. Maybe you’ve thought: “I used to sample, but I…
When the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its August 12 Crop Production report, it delivered mixed news for the U.S. corn and soybean crops. The department forecast corn production to increase by up to 16.7 billion bushels. USDA estimates…
Recently, Advanced Agrilytics hosted a webinar featuring Dr. Brandon Smith, Vice President of Agricultural Products at Stircor Services. Dr. Smith is an expert in biochar for agricultural uses. He also created the Soil Carbon Amendment Practice, which is now part…
From the road, many 2025 corn fields in the Midwest look outstanding. The plants are tall and green, with large leaves. But get out and walk through those fields, and check some ears, and a different story can emerge. Agronomists…
As summer slides into August, it’s time to look back and celebrate the amazing work produced by our 2025 Intern Class. Our 25 interns joined us in May, and since then they have been hard at work in the field,…
Every year, 2.5 percent of America’s farmland (including land used to produce crops and timber, plus pasture) changes hands through sale or inheritance — translating to roughly 20-22 million acres annually*. For growers navigating those transactions, the focus is often…
By Dr. Allen Chen, Regional Agronomist, Ag Ingenuity Partners (AIP), a division of Advanced Agrilytics In today’s ag economy, input costs remain high, grain prices are sluggish, and growers are scrutinizing every decision they make. For ag retailers, crop consultants,…