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Rhonda Brooks

Agronomy Editor, Farm Journal

Rhonda Brooks is the Agronomy Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering all aspects of crop production. A Missouri native with a background in agricultural communications, she has previously worked on multiple Farm Journal brands.

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Corn Gets a ‘Guaranteed’ Fungicide Pass as Southern Rust Memories Linger
Two Midwest farmers report they are ready to treat corn acres, but uneven stands and tight margins cause hesitation for soybean applications.
July 09, 2026 04:00 PM
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NCGA Looks to Sea and Sky for Next Wave of Corn Demand
President Jed Bower says the association is setting a course toward markets that could collectively unlock demand for billions of additional bushels of corn annually, “keeping farmers farming” for the next 250 years.
July 07, 2026 03:29 PM
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New Herbicide Chemistries Move Closer to Farmers’ Fields After EPA Action
Six technologies advance toward commercialization, with the first product expected in late 2026, despite criticism from environmental advocacy groups.
July 06, 2026 04:08 PM
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The Eleventh-Hour Rescue for Nitrogen-Starved Corn
Persistent rain is shifting nitrogen from a fine-tuning tactic to a rescue tool. Ken Ferrie shares how to manage N-deficient corn, the “last best” window for ROI and how to protect grain fill.
July 01, 2026 07:45 AM
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Farmers Might As Well Ditch Their Long-Range Weather Forecasts
With summer patterns running up to four weeks behind schedule, meteorologist Don Day urges growers to plan in short windows for the second half of the growing season.
June 26, 2026 03:28 PM
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Graphic for Boots in the Field Report with agronomist Ken Ferrie who has spent over 40 years helping farmers maximize corn and soybean yields.
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Storm-Battered Midwest Crops Need A Triage Plan
Heavy rains and hail have triggered widespread nutrient deficiencies, disease pressure and weed threats in parts of Illinois, Iowa and other states. Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie outlines some strategies for farmers looking to salvage their corn and soybeans.
June 25, 2026 02:59 PM
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Corn Nutrient Decisions Hit Crunch Time By V8
As the crop enters rapid growth stages, Agronomist Missy Bauer tells farmers to confirm nitrogen and sulfur availability or risk leaving bushels in the field.
June 22, 2026 12:35 PM
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Soybeans in a dense cover crop on Adam Chappell farm
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Four Ways To Make Cover Crops Profitable In Year One
A three-year break-even is typical, but certain field conditions, farm practices and cost-share programs can move your ROI into the black sooner.
June 19, 2026 01:21 PM
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A field of young corn plants under clouds, representing the heavy rain creating challenges for Midwest farmers.
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Finally Got Rain, Now They Can’t Turn It Off
After waiting months for much-needed moisture, heavy rainfall is turning early-summer fieldwork into a high-stakes scramble for some Midwest farmers.
June 18, 2026 02:42 PM
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The Overlooked Micronutrient Delivering $20 Per Acre In Soybeans
A two-pass boron strategy at bloom and pod set shows consistent yield payoffs across the Corn Belt, though agronomists warn the line between benefit and toxicity can be narrow.
June 17, 2026 03:39 PM
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