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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.

Latest Stories
The U.S. EPA is still reviewing the dicamba federal label for 2022.
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Know The Rules For Dicamba Use In Your State
While the EPA has set federal regulations for 2026 applications, some states are implementing tighter calendar deadlines and temperature cutoffs.
February 18, 2026 01:50 PM
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Don’t Cut the Backstop: Dowdy And Hula Weigh In on Crop Insurance, Budgets
From rethinking plant populations and fertility to SCO/ECO coverage, the two high-yield farmers share their plans for managing ongoing volatility.
February 17, 2026 03:46 PM
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Seed Powerhouse Flexes Its Muscle With Sharpened Brands, Stronger Local Focus
GDM announces a ‘realignment strategy’ for the U.S. to better position its soybean genetics and recent acquisition of AgReliant Genetics.
February 13, 2026 04:28 PM
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New Seed Tender Built for Narrow Planting Windows
Unverferth 60-Series Seed Runner is designed to deliver more operational efficiency for growers pressed for time and labor.
February 12, 2026 11:55 AM
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Two Ways 45Z Will Help Farmers Capture Dollars
From basis bumps to climate‑smart premiums, here’s how growers can benefit as ethanol plants implement the Clean Fuel Production Credit.
February 11, 2026 10:23 AM
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Rethinking Nitrogen for Short-Stature Corn
Bigger roots, higher populations, and easier in-season access mean fertility programs should look different for these new hybrids.
February 09, 2026 03:43 PM
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Boots in the Field -- Ken Ferrie
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A High-ROI Strategy for Corn Planter Upgrades and Stand Success
Ken Ferrie explains how to prioritize planter attachments, why digging cross-sections is essential for ground-truthing planter performance, and the hidden risks of excessive closing wheel downforce.
February 06, 2026 01:23 PM
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Bridge Payments And Big Yields Will Tilt 2026 To Corn
Despite shifting market signals, some economists predict corn will remain the undisputed king of the acreage race.
February 05, 2026 01:22 PM
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Why Your Best Crop Investment Won’t Show Up On An Invoice
World-record corn growers David Hula and Randy Dowdy share three essential practices that don’t cost a dime but could take your final yield numbers this fall from just OK to great.
February 04, 2026 01:44 PM
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Biological Weed Control
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4 Biocontrol Strategies To Shrink Your Weed Seed Bank
Working with Mother Nature may require adopting a new mindset, but for some farmers these four practices could be the ‘missing piece’ in having a sustainable, long-term weed management plan.
February 04, 2026 10:26 AM
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