Fall 2011 Agronomy Operations Update

• Published On:11/4/2011
• Author:Dale Botten
• Categories:Agronomy, Admin

Where did the summer go? Your agronomy department is busy preparing for the upcoming fall harvest and crop nutrient application season.

With the current commodity grain prices being close to historic highs it is even more important to consider the soil fertility levels in each of your fields. The Crystal Valley Precision Ag department has been soil sampling throughout the summer to prepare for a busy fall crop nutrient application season. If you have not already done so, please let your local Crystal Valley agronomist know what additional soil sampling you will need during the upcoming harvest. For those of you that are currently grid sampling, consider moving from 4.4 acre grids to either 3.3 acre or 2.5 acre grids. These higher grain commodity prices also mean an increased demand for crop nutrients. Now, more than ever, is the time to communicate your needs for crop nutrients for the fall season to your local Crystal Valley agronomist. Contracting crop nutrients is still the best option to lock in supply and price.

It is never too early to order your 2012 seed! Early orders will help ensure the best hybrids, seed size, traits and price for 2012. After experiencing a very late spring planting season, we should all be reminded that getting as much fertilizer application completed in the fall will save you time and money. The fall season is still the best time because of timing and price to apply your crop nutrients and Dual herbicide.

With all the changes going on in agriculture today, Crystal Valley Coop is committed to serving your needs now and in the future. Thank you for your continued support of Crystal Valley Coop and please let us know how we can serve you better in the future.