Nitrogen is the “big one” in farming. However, using too much can hurt your crops and yourwallet. In this episode, let’s break down tips that help you apply nitrogen wisely, protect your soil, and cut waste. What You’ll Learn Today:• Why too much nitrogen can actually lower your yield• How timing and placement make a big money difference• How other nutrients (like sulfur, zinc, and phosphorus) help nitrogen work better
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335: Will Liquid Fertilizer Mine Your Soil?
Many farmers worry that using liquid fertilizer will “mine” or hurt their soil. But truth is, when nutrients go into the plant—and not just on the ground—you can actually build better soil and better yields over time. Farming has a lot of opinions. But results come from:✔ Real tests✔ Real science✔ Real numbers✔ Programs that actually build soil and yields🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• Why soil already has huge amounts of P and K waiting to be unlocked• Why deep roots matter• How liquid programs can build soil, not hurt itIf you’re ready to stop guessing and start growing, this episode is for you.
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334: Stop Bleeding Money in 2026: The Fertility Mistakes Costing Farms Thousands
With rising costs and tighter margins heading into 2026, so today were walking through the real numbers and simple steps that help farmers keep more money in their pockets while still growing strong crops. This episode lays out the practical, proven ways to cut waste, boost efficiency, and make every acre pay.🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• Why soil testing is the fastest way to stop wasting fertilizer• How to use nitrogen correctly so less is lost and more is made in yield• Why lime and pH should come before big P and K spendingIf you want real advice that actually works (& not old ways of thinking that cost you money) this episode is for you.
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333: Your Soil Is Richer Than You Think
In this episode, Rod and Curt dig into something big… the untapped nutrients beneath the soil surface. After deep soil testing this year, we’ve proven there are thousands of pounds of nutrients just waiting for roots to find them. If you want more profit per acre without spending more money, this is the episode for you.🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• The simple shifts that help crops grow deeper• How improving soil health creates a highway for roots to access more nutrients• What deep soil tests reveal about nitrogen, sulfur, calcium, and other big-ticket nutrientsThis episode will challenge the way you think about fertility… in the best way possible.
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332: Cover Crops: When They Work and When They Don't
In this episode, we talk with Ryan Wolf. He shares practical tips that can make your soil healthier and your yields higher. You’ll hear real talk about what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid costly mistakes.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Smart ways to manage moisture, weeds, and nutrients• Why timing and management matter way more than seed choice• How to make cover crops part of a soil health plan
Low commodity prices and high interest rates are putting a squeeze on American farmers. A Better Way To Farm shows you how to maximize profit so you can farm the way you want! Visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com to use the free Farm Profit Score calculator.
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