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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New Leadership At The Fertilizer Institute

TFI elected new leadership.

November 11, 2020 12:18 AM

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There can be benefits to irrigating corn until black layer, says Missy Bauer, Farm Journal Associate Agronomist.

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A Surprising Way To Add 10% To Corn Yields Late-Season

Too much rain has been a common refrain for farmers this summer. Still, corn needs moisture late-season to fill ears with big, golden kernels, says Olan Moore, owner of High Plains Consulting near Springlake, Texas.

November 11, 2020 12:17 AM

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Farmers are concerned the aid packaged announced last week by the Trump Administration will not help them financially.

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37% Of Farmers Are ‘Not At All’ Confident In Tariff Aid Package

Farmers are concerned the aid packaged announced last week by the Trump Administration will not help them financially.

November 11, 2020 12:11 AM

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Of the bridges that need repairs and updates in the U.S., 80% are in rural areas.

Rural Infrastructure Grants Easier To Tap Into, Thanks To New Toolkit

The Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (R.O.U.T.E.S.) Initiative was announced by U.S. Department of TransportationSecretary, Elaine Chao, on Monday

November 10, 2020 11:21 PM

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Don’t Miss It! Farm Journal Field Days Registration Is Open.

This one-of-a-kind, new event features more than 100 free informational sessions you can enjoy live or on-demand.

November 10, 2020 11:21 PM

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Tips to Evaluate Farm Programs As A Potential Safety Net in Tough Times

“No matter what your opinion is about climate smart farming or the government initiatives and industry incentives out there, they are potentially an avenue to square up some revenue income,” says Ken Ferrie.

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5 Ways To Prioritize Fertilizer Dollars

All substance and no flash might best describe the fertilizer strategy Wisconsin farmer Clark Riemer is banking on to fuel his 2025 corn crop.

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Unlock Profits from Agricultural Lime to Transform Your Soil pH

Limestone is a cost-effective input, often yielding the highest ROI when correcting soil pH. Soil tests reveal that low pH is a prevalent issue, affecting around 40% of Illinois farmed acres.

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