Choosing the Right Pesticides for Your Crops

Pesticides are a critical tool for farmers and agricultural professionals. These substances kill and repel pests or other growths that harm crops. In turn, crops stay healthier and don’t get destroyed by these external forces. With pesticides, farmers can produce higher growth yields and protect their crops more efficiently. Each pesticide has its own applications […]

Farmers who want a profitable yield should engage in practices that enhance soil health. People have discovered numerous ways to bolster important nutrients, control weeds, prevent erosion and put organic matter back into the soil. Properly maintaining soil can help you during your next harvest and for years to come. How Can Farmers Improve Soil […]

You’re likely familiar with the process of tilling — turning over the top layer of soil to ready the field for new crops. This practice pushes animal manure and weeds deep into the ground and warms and aerates the soil. However, tilling also strips soil and leaves it bare, leaving the soil less able to […]

Cover crops are what you plant in the off-season on your farm. In some cases, you might grow your cover crop in summer, while in others, you’ll want it for the winter. Choose one that will benefit your farm the most, whether you need the best cover crops for corn or soybeans. Determining which cover […]

Have you ever wondered where corn comes from? The long history of corn in the United States dates back to ancient civilizations, and today, it remains one of the most important crops in the world. Corn is America’s second-highest export, generating around $9 billion annually, so it plays an enormous role in our country’s infrastructure. The […]

Whether it be a large-scale agricultural business or a simple vegetable garden, the first choice you have to make when you start farming is what to grow. What crops you produce can be the difference between turning a profit and going under. Your first instinct, therefore, might be to choose one or two of the […]

The right crop production statistics can help you analyze the past and understand the agriculture industry’s future. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects that the year 2021 will yield a record-breaking $230.1 billion in crop receipts for the United States. The spike is due to a significant rise in returns from corn, soybeans and wheat. If […]

At CropCare®, we want to help you save time while achieving high crop yields. That’s why we created this list of safe harvesting tips to help you keep your farm safe. 1. Follow a Preventive Equipment Maintenance Schedule A preventive maintenance schedule helps keep your equipment in optimal condition and reduces the risk of injury. […]

Cleaning your field sprayer is vital to protecting your investments. Residual chemicals and herbicides left on the sprayer can carry over and impact your non-target crops’ yield and growth. When pesticides remain in the tank, they can contribute to erosion or react with other chemical substances. Plus, these chemical residues can reduce effectiveness in later […]