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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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Boost Your Bottom Line By Keeping Your Soils In Place
Agronomist Eric Beckett shares strategies for managing tillage, product applications and budgets despite what’s shaping up to be a dry and potentially windy spring.
April 01, 2026 02:30 PM
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Use Hybrid Flex To Time Nitrogen Use: ‘When It’s Needed, You Better Be There’
Understanding how and when corn reacts to nutrient stress can help you make every pound of N earn its keep this season, says Missy Bauer, Farm Journal Field Agronomist.
March 30, 2026 03:48 PM
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According to West Central Distribution, only one in six farmers uses a phosphorus efficiency product, but 83% of farmers are concerned about phosphorus unavailability in their soils, and current phosphorus efficiency in grains is estimated at less than 10%.
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Turn Your Soil Test Results Into Better Fertility Decisions
From Mehlich-3 to Olsen P, the extractant method your lab uses can help you interpret the data and manage inputs for more ROI.
March 26, 2026 04:00 PM
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Betting on Biomass: How Two Farmers Turn Cover Crops Into Weed Control
In Illinois and Virginia, Frank Rademacher and Paul Davis lean on cereal rye, no-till and patience to keep waterhemp and other tough weeds in check.
March 25, 2026 03:36 PM
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Early Soybeans Benefit From Protection In Cold Soils
Safeguard your investment with the strategic use of seed treatments and inoculants.
March 24, 2026 03:10 PM
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Total Seed Production Celebrates Significant Growth Milestone With Acquisition
The expansion increases the company’s operational footprint and production capabilities.
March 23, 2026 12:59 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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Fall NH3 Emphasis Set the Stage For Ugly Corn Syndrome
Ken Ferrie warns that anhydrous ammonia won’t help young plants fight the carbon penalty this spring. He details how to bridge the nitrogen gap and protect your yield potential.
March 23, 2026 12:00 PM
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Are You Planting Second-Year Soybeans And Skipping Corn?
Before you leap, check out these essential management steps from Missouri farmer Todd Gibson and Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie to help you mitigate risks and protect ROI.
March 20, 2026 03:26 PM
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Elevated Corn Rootworm Pressure Projected For The Midwest
Beetle capture data reveals pest numbers are rising, with 31% of sampled fields exceeding economic thresholds.
March 18, 2026 02:51 PM
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Soil Test Results Offer ‘News You Can Use’ Beyond pH
By digging deeper into the details, farmers can use the information to make more informed input decisions and drive better yield outcomes.
March 17, 2026 11:44 AM
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