Planning for the 2022 season begins this fall, and a good place to focus your efforts is revisiting your nutrient management program. While the season is still fresh in your mind...
As the product manager for CROPLAN ® winter canola , I enjoy reminding growers about the many agronomic benefits that come with including it in their rotation. This year, winter canola...
For farmers who adopt minimum- or no-till practices, controlling weeds throughout the fall can be crucial — particularly for winter annual weeds like marestail and perennials, such as...
The need to monitor drydown trends in your cornfields comes at one of the busiest times of the season. Prioritizing sample collection and stand assessment in every field is difficult...
Cotton defoliation is a management decision that is just as important as the seed or inputs you choose. Proper defoliation can help improve harvest efficiency by promoting more even...
What do mushrooms have to do with white mold? Find out on this week's "On the Radar" report from our Pest Pros crop scouts....
With both established and new companies offering many types of data sources, it can be difficult to decipher truth from hype. Not sure if you’re getting the most value out of your data?...
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" report for a crop update and a look at what our crop scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" report for a crop update and a look at what our scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
When it comes to plant nutrition, N, P and K are often in the limelight. But zinc is an unsung nutrient hero that helps maintain some of a plant’s most important physiological processes...
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" report for a look at what our scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
When corn plants reach tasseling and early reproductive stages, there are many important factors at play supporting their healthy development. One that’s often overlooked but can have...
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" report for a look at what our crop scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
It’s time to bust the myth once and for all that fungicides aren’t worth investing in. Research has continually shown yield advantages when a fungicide application is made. In fact, our...
Be sure to check out this week's "On The Radar" Report for a crop update as well as a look at what our crop scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
Be sure to check out this week's edition of "On the Radar" for a look at what our crop scouts are encountering in the fields this week....
When weighing purchase decisions, there are many factors to consider, but when push comes to shove, it’s all about the ROI potential. Here are three steps you can take to make more...
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" Report for the latest on what our scouts are seeing in area fields. Keeping a close eye on these conditions can make...
Allied Cooperative invites you to enter our 2021 Calendar Photo Contest! ...
You can purchase the right equipment, seed and inputs to set your season up for success, but you can’t control the weather. Navigating the challenges of Mother Nature is one of...
This year’s favorable crop prices and solid market conditions offer a unique opportunity to invest in management strategies that can really bump up your yield and ROI potential. One of...
Response-to scores can help you better match the hybrids you choose to your management style and farm environment, which allows you to allocate your crop inputs budget more precisely...
Be sure to check out this week's "On the Radar" Report for a look at what our scouts are seeing in area fields....
Farmers who get high yields with alfalfa recognize its importance in the profitability of their farm. Achieiving top yields requires some attention to details ......
This week's "On The Radar" Crop Scout report gives an update on crops in our area....
During the growing season, every minute counts. Many times, extra hands are hard to come by and more hours in the day are not an option. However, quality technology that is properly...
Allied Cooperative offers 3 tips for optimizing your nutrient management plan and maximizing yields....
Allied Cooperative recently awarded 12 - $1,000 scholarships to area students. The students were chosen from a large group of highly qualified applicants. Pictured is Gracie...
This week's "On The Radar" Crop Scout report includes several pests and weed issues growers need to be aware of....
After the rush of spring planting, it can be hard to monitor every field for in-season problems such as poor stands, seedling diseases, winterkill, early-season pests and weed pressure...
Fungicide applications may not be at the top of your priority list but, according to our Answer Plot ® data, they should be. Across varying locations and conditions, trials have...
Pest Pros first "On the Radar" crop scout report of the season is here!...
Ace Hardware in West Salem is the place to go to pick up everything you need for the ultimate summer grilling season. ...
Volunteer corn is more than just a nuisance in soybean fields. Left uncontrolled, it can lead to substantial yield losses and also serve as a host for corn rootworm larvae. In fact, a...
Dicamba label restrictions have been updated once again for the 2021 season, and it’s important to know what those updates mean for your operation. Here are answers to some of the most...
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Establishing an effective fertility program is not a simple task nor a small investment. Whether you soil sample in spring or fall, you need to be able to trust the results so you can...
Variances in weather conditions can create many challenges. If you’re not adjusting your crop nutrition decisions to account for the conditions, you could be steering your program in...
Once your burndown application is complete and fields are ready for planting, it’s hard to think about anything but getting seeds in the ground. For effective weed management , however,...
Moisture is essential for optimal crop growth, but too much of it can flood fields and hinder plant performance. Knowing the answers to these questions can help you prepare for and...
Abnormally dry to extreme drought conditions can have substantial impacts on crop performance. Even though some parts of the country are seeing plenty of moisture now, we all know...
Corn-on-corn acres require additional management considerations to get the most from the crop. Whether it’s adjusting your fertility program or managing crop residue, even small...
When you hear the word “micro,” what comes to mind? Do you immediately think “inconsequential,” “insignificant” or “nonessential”? If so, you may assume that micronutrients are an...
Are you ready for spring?? Allied Cooperative has put together a "Spring Planting Checklist" to help you get the most out of your spring planting season!...
Allied Cooperative will hold its annual Board of Director's election in conjunction with its annual meeting to be held in June 2021. ...
Nitrogen management is a complex issue due to many factors that affect the overall nitrogen availability to crops....
As we round the corner on winter, spring alfalfa planting is just around the corner. Below are key strategies and tips our Allied forage team recommends for success....
Roots are a plant’s lifeline for nutrient and water uptake. If your crops don’t have a strong root system, chances are your yield will suffer. Plant growth regulators...
Crops aren't the only thing Allied Cooperative is good at growing. We grow careers too! We have employees that are working for our cooperative that have been here for...
Politicians and government officials at every level seem to be entranced these days by a specific goal when it comes to pushing forward on clean energy: shifting to an all-electric...
The Mindoro Country Store will hold its Grand Re-opening celebration October 12th - 23rd. Customers can expect some excellent sales and opportunities to win some great prizes...
You probably have your seed and crop inputs ordered or maybe already in the barn. But how’s your ag technology planning going for next season? Work with your local trusted advisor now...
Big crop means big crop removal. As we look at fields going into fall and try to get a grip on overall yield and estimated storage needs, there are some acres that look outstanding and...
With today’s ag technology tools and in-season imagery options, it should be easier than ever to collect data to inform seed and crop protection product decisions. But even though all...
As we finish up the 2020 silage season and start planning for the next year, feed shrink should be on top of mind. Feed makes up 40-60 percent of the total cost of producing milk, and...
As a farmer, you don’t need another task on your plate; you want something that’s going to help you manage what’s already there. And though irrigation may be an essential part of your...
Allied Cooperative encourages you to enter our Harvest Photo Contest for a chance to win great prizes!...
Pest Pros gives their final On The Radar Report of the season. Included is a crop update and a look at what are scouts are seeing in the fields this week. ...
We're closing in on harvest time. Vegetable crops are coming off now. Other fields are getting a little closer each day. What should you be watching for?...
This week's "On the Radar" Report shows several issues are crop scouts are seeing in the fields, including aphid craters like that pictured above -- the result of green...
This week's On the Radar Report gives an upclose look at what our scouts are seeing in the fields including this unusual defect where corn is outgrowing the husks. ...
There are probably a number of qualities you’re looking for in your corn silage crop, including adequate nutrient and moisture levels as well as optimal tonnage. One way you can help...
As our crops progress there are several concerns you should be watching for. Check our this week's "On The Radar Report" to see what you should be watching for....
Allied Cooperative is pleased to announce the results from our 2020 Board of Director elections....
Corn is at R1 stage (silk), Soybeans are at R3 stage (pods developing size) -- and while the crops are coming along quite nicely, our scouts are finding some issues in the fields....
Spring and early summer are always busy for farmers. But 2020 has brought many unforeseen challenges that have made this time of year even more hectic. With so much to consider this...
Be sure to check out our "On The Radar" report for a look at what our crop scouts are seeing in the fields this week....
In today’s connected world, the ability to access your on-farm data quickly, easily and securely is essential. Accessing your data to make informed decisions in-season can drive...
This week's On the Radar report takes a look at what our scouts are seeing in the fields this week. ...