How to Prepare Your Sprayer for Spring
When it’s time to begin preparing for spring, you should always keep your spray equipment at the front of your mind. Preparing it for the new crop season requires care and planning. When done right, preparing your spray equipment can prevent downtime and maximize efficiency. Simplify the process and complete it efficiently by following a […]
Read MoreHow to Start Your Own Home Vegetable Garden — A Step-by-Step Guide
Growing a vegetable garden in your backyard is an engaging, rewarding way to beautify your outdoor space and spend more time in the sunshine and fresh air. It’s also a hobby that pays off — homegrown vegetables are nutritious and save you the cost and environmental impact of shopping for produce at a grocery store. You […]
Read MoreA Brief History of Corn Farming
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 […]
Read MoreA Farmer’s Guide to Crop Rotation
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 […]
Read More2021 Crop Farming Statistics
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 […]
Read MoreHow Strawberries Are Harvested (And How It’s Changing)
Farmers and farmhands have picked strawberries by hand for thousands of years. Today, many farmers still rely on handpicking to find the ripest fruit at the right harvesting time. Although this method results in delicious fruit, it takes a physical toll on the laborers because of the heat in the field and the constant bending. […]
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Food Plot Spraying
-Originally published by our sister company PaulB Parts Turning a portion of your land into a food plot can transform your hunting game, but only if it’s a dependable source of supplementary food for deer. When done right, a food plot can attract a considerable number of deer to feed on its crops. But too […]
Read MoreSprayer Nozzle Selection
by Lowell Graybill, CropCare Product Specialist When it comes to selecting the best spray nozzles to use on your sprayer, it’s likely that most would agree that it’s no simple task. To start with, the number of spray tip manufacturers is numerous, including TeeJet, Delavan, Hypro (Pentair), Green Leaf, CP, and others. Next is the […]
Read MoreGet the Most Out of Trade Shows This Year
Farm trade shows can be a fun way to network, expand your knowledge, and learn ways to improve your farm operation. CropCare offers the following tips to help you get the most out of the 2017-18 lineup of trade shows. Go prepared so you get the most out of it. Research & Mobile Apps Look […]
Read More5 Helpful Harvest Safety Tips
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. […]
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