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Articles Deer Control Options for Farmers and Landowners
Andrew Frankenfield
Crop damage caused by deer is a reoccurring theme for farmers. Learn about the management options available to control deer populations. More
Articles Sprayer Calibration Saves Money
Andrew Frankenfield
Spending some time going over your sprayer in the spring can pay dividends. Worn or partially clogged nozzles will cause uneven spray distribution, which can lead to problems later in the season. More
Articles Web Soil Survey: A Valuable Source of Information
Andrew Frankenfield, Mike Basedow
Useful information is available on the web to the beginning farmer or someone who has been tending the soil for years. More
Articles Web Soil Survey: A Valuable Source of Information for New and Not So New Farmers
Andrew Frankenfield
Check the soil map before you do anything to ensure you are planting a crop that is appropriate for the soil type you have. More
Articles Buying a Used Tractor
Andrew Frankenfield
Things to consider before so you can determine what to looking for in a used tractor. More
Articles Compost: How to Make it and How Much to Use
Andrew Frankenfield, Alison Grantham
Here we share the benefits and drawbacks of 4 compost production methods, as well as 6 straightforward tips for using compost. More
Articles When Is It Time To Stop Grazing In The Fall?
Andrew Frankenfield
Manage your grazing like you do your lawn, when you stop mowing your lawn for the year you should also likely stop grazing your pasture. More
Articles What Cover Crop Should I Plant?
Andrew Frankenfield
Keep your goals in mind when selecting cover crops and cover crop mixtures. More
Articles Vomitoxin Levels and Testing in Wheat
Andrew Frankenfield
Test your wheat for vomitoxin contamination to determine potential issues and quality. More
Articles Growing Corn and Corn Silage on a Budget
Andrew Frankenfield
Whether you grow corn for grain or silage, learn about some management factors you can control. More