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Corn in Nebraska saw fewer nutrient deficiencies in 2017

According to a WinField United news release, “Nebraska farmers submitted over 950 corn tissue samples for evaluation by the company in 2017, which is far fewer samples taken than in the previous year. Based on sampling data, corn across Nebraska was less likely to be deficient in several key nutrients compared to the previous year. Nitrogen, sulfur, magnesium and manganese trended in the right direction in 2017 versus the previous year. However, the majority of corn samples were still lacking these nutrients that contribute to yield potential. It’s also notable that a greater percentage of samples were deficient in zinc and/or potassium compared to 2016.” 

We discussed the importance of tissue testing with Mark Herz, WinField United agronomist for western Nebraska and Colorado.

AUDIO: Mark Herz