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The Andersons, Inc. Releases New PureStart™ Organic Row Starter
Posted on September 21, 2021
MAUMEE, OHIO, September 20, 2021 – The Andersons, Inc. announces the launch of PureStart™, a new, organic liquid fertilizer. PureStart [...]
Update from the Field: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on September 15, 2021
The phrase “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” can be traced back to the mid 1970’s. Gaylord Nelson, then a [...]
Top 4 updates to the new Specialty Products Guide and The Andersons product portfolio
Posted on September 13, 2021
We are always excited to release a new resource for our dealers, distributors and growers. Below is a summary of [...]
Update from the Field: Strange Soybean Symptoms
Posted By Dave Dyson, Agronomist on September 2, 2021
As an agronomist for The Andersons, I travel a wide swath throughout the Corn Belt. Lately, I have been noticing [...]
Update from the Field: Never Give Up, Never Surrender
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on August 19, 2021
My two favorite movie genres are comedy and science fiction. If you can make a great story that combines these [...]
Video: In Field Crop Progress: Nebraska
Posted on August 19, 2021
We are in South Central Nebraska this week with Senior Originations Merchant Darren Cudaback and Agronomist Dave Dyson. Even [...]
Three Stages of Winter Wheat - Stage Three: Heading and Stem Extension
Posted on August 3, 2021
MINIMIZE DISEASE PRESSURE Early stages of many foliar diseases oftentimes present as leaf spotting on the wheat’s leaf, [...]
Three Stages of Winter Wheat - Stage Two: Tillering and Topdress
Posted on August 3, 2021
PROVIDE IN-SEASON NUTRITION During the Feekes 4-5 growth stage, it is time to supply nitrogen through topdress. This application will [...]
Three Stages of Winter Wheat - Stage One: Pre-Emergent and Planting
Posted on August 3, 2021
START WITH SOIL ANALYSIS Soil testing is an invaluable tool to understand soil or plant health, both of which directly [...]
Update from the Field: Sulfur Deficiency, Why and How?
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on July 19, 2021
Sulfur deficiency is a common problem this growing season. When scouting fields, the lower leaves of the corn plant [...]
The Andersons Announces Organizational Changes to Plant Nutrient Team
Posted on July 8, 2021
MAUMEE, OHIO, June 25, 2021 – The Andersons, Inc. is pleased to announce key leadership changes within its Plant Nutrient wholesale [...]
Update from the Field: A Burning Question
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on July 7, 2021
The season for nitrogen sidedress on corn has begun. If field conditions are less than ideal [...]
News: Agronomy Alert
Posted on June 24, 2021
Our Agronomist, Dave Dyson, was walking fields and noticed a common trend of sulfur deficiency in corn fields. East of [...]
Update from the Field: Freedom of the Stress
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on June 10, 2021
To increase yield, it is essential to be aware of stress. During certain growth periods of the crop’s [...]
Update from the Field: Make Bread Out of Air
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on May 27, 2021
At the turn of the twentieth century, Fritz Haber and Carl Bosch created a way of extracting nitrogen from the [...]
INTRODUCING The Andersons John Deere Financial Grower Program
Posted on May 25, 2021
The Andersons has partnered with John Deere Financial to offer growers 120 days No-Payments/No-Interest on qualifying purchases over $1,000 made June 1 through September 30, 2021, from their local participating dealer or retailer using their Multi-Use Account. This program allows growers to not only enhance their cash flow but also enhance their yields [...]
Organics: May Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on May 11, 2021
Happy May! While it’s been a cooler progression into spring, planting is here and we are thinking of [...]
Organics: April Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on April 12, 2021
Spring has sprung and from here on out, it will be busy until planting is complete! For organics, the work [...]
Update from the Field: Rock N’ Roll Ain’t Pollution
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on April 1, 2021
Wheat topdress is in full swing and the Corn Belt planting season will begin within 30 [...]
Update from the Field: Stand By Your Wheat
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on March 18, 2021
Just as Tammy Wynette used to stand by her man, wheat growers need to stand by [...]
March Organic Update: March is for Microbes
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on March 8, 2021
Now that temperatures are warming, frost-seeding is occurring, and mud seems to be everywhere, I wonder how [...]
Update from the Field: Back in My Day
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on February 18, 2021
The saying “Back in my day” has always been toxic to my three [...]
February Organics Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on February 9, 2021
We’re making progress in organics and have a lot of exciting developments that we’ll be announcing [...]
Introducing PureStart Liquid Organic Fertilizer
Posted on February 1, 2021
PureStart liquid organic fertilizer is the first OMRI Listed® liquid fertilizer specifically designed to be used as a high phosphrous row starter. Produced from steamed bone meal and other natural components, PureStart provides nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for seedlings to encourage early, even emergence and maximum yield at [...]
The Andersons announces organic expansion at Waterloo
Posted on January 26, 2021
The Andersons is pleased to announce that we have recently expanded our organic storage in Waterloo, Indiana, to meet the [...]
The Andersons biological products – a new lineup designed for ease-of-use, efficiency, and ROI
Posted on January 21, 2021
The biological market is more crowded than ever. So, how do you decide which biological products to offer your customers [...]
Update from the Field: Mighty Micronutrients
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on January 20, 2021
There are seven essential micronutrients required for crop growth and needed in [...]
Press Release: The Andersons Launches New Specialty Zinc Products Tri Z™ and Tri Z Pro
Posted on January 20, 2021
MAUMEE, OHIO, January 19, 2021 –The Andersons, Inc. announces the availability of two new specialty ag products that provide immediate [...]
Meet The Andersons Biological Product Line-Up
Posted on January 19, 2021
The Andersons biological products are robust microbial packages specifically designed to enhance field applications. With the highest concentration of microbials [...]
January Organics Update: 2021 - We Can All Do Better
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on January 12, 2021
We made it through 2020 and can give ourselves a huge pat on the back. Going into 2021, I have a [...]
Top 10 reasons to add Bio Pass to your liquid starter fertilizer
Posted on December 17, 2020
The Andersons Bio Pass is a top 10 finalist for The Scoop’s (formerly known as Ag Professional) 2020 New Product [...]
Update from the Field: Secondary but Necessary
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on December 10, 2020
Sulfur is considered a secondary nutrient, along with calcium and magnesium. All three are considered [...]
December Organics Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on December 7, 2020
We’ve made it to the end of 2020, and what a year it has been for our world! For this organic update, I’ve been reflecting and want to go way back to January 2020, pre-COVID-19, when travel, gathering for conferences, and spontaneous in-person connections were all [...]
Update from the Field: Revenge is a Dish Best Served Cold
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on December 4, 2020
Crop disease has more in common with nutrient deficiency than with insect or weed pressure. When insect or weed pressure [...]
Update from the Field: Double Down for Better Yields
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on November 20, 2020
Back in my childhood I remember the Wrigley's commercials on TV, playing off the idea [...]
Update from the Field: Mineralization, Your Friend and Mine
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on November 12, 2020
Stalk residue can be a major source of problems for growers during the spring planting [...]
November Organics Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on November 10, 2020
Happy November! This month’s update is about the latest data from the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics [...]
Update from the Field: Humic is Huge
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on November 5, 2020
What is humic acid, and what does it do in the soil to help produce crops? [...]
Don’t Let the Cold Snap Your Residue
Posted on October 28, 2020
As cold temperatures near, concern about whether it is too late to apply Bio Reverse™ rises. Bio Reverse [...]
Podcast: Perks of Pelletized Products
Posted on October 27, 2020
How you do something is just as important as what you do. Listen as we discuss the perks of using [...]
Plan Ahead: Observe Crops During Harvest
Posted on October 20, 2020
Make the “windshield-time” in your combine cab as profitable as possible. It is an excellent time to [...]
Update from the Field: Gypsum, White Gold
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on October 15, 2020
One of the main drivers of nutrient availability is soil pH. As demonstrated in [...]
October Organics Update: Change is in the Air
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on October 12, 2020
As we transition seasons and harvest is upon us, I want to take the opportunity to share some of [...]
Podcast: How to Increase Residue Breakdown
Posted on October 12, 2020
Don’t be late when timing is everything! Listen as we discuss a few residue management programs and the [...]
October Agronomy Update
Posted on October 1, 2020
Anyone with toddler age children can attest, temper tantrums can come along quickly and with some sort of mantra [...]
Podcast: The Importance of Residue Breakdown
Posted on September 29, 2020
From valuable nutrients locked in the soil, to harboring insects and disease, residue can cause a ton of problems! Listen [...]
Updated from the Field: Who Ordered La Niña for Taco Tuesday?
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on September 24, 2020
While drinking coffee at the local watering hole these past few weeks, I have been hearing a lot of grumbling [...]
Update from the Field: Time for Me to Fly
Posted on September 15, 2020
As soybean harvest begins in areas across the Corn Belt and wheat prices start to rebound, [...]
Video: In-Field Crop Progress - Michigan
Posted on September 10, 2020
We are in South Central Michigan this week bringing you an in-field crop progress update on local corn and soybean [...]
Update from the Field: Kernel of Truth
Posted on September 9, 2020
There are two common questions being asked this time of year: 1) how is the corn crop progressing, [...]
September Organics Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on September 8, 2020
In the spirit of Labor Day and the slower pace that most of our customers are currently experiencing, this September [...]
Update from the Field: Better Life through Chemistry
Posted on September 3, 2020
Across the Corn Belt, the soybean crop is maturing quickly, and the forecasted warmer weather will accelerate [...]
Update from the Field: SDS, More than just a Fungus
Posted on August 28, 2020
As my travels take me across the Corn Belt, I have noticed an increase of sudden [...]
Video: In-Field Crop Progress - Indiana
Posted on August 27, 2020
We are in Indiana this week bringing you an update from local corn and soybean fields. Associate Merchant Zach Kelly [...]
August Agronomy Update
Posted on August 21, 2020
If anyone has ever followed a big stover crop with a tillage tool or a planter, you know the frustration [...]
The Andersons Launches Bio Reverse™, a New Biological that Maximizes Crop Residue Breakdown
Posted on August 19, 2020
MAUMEE, OHIO, August 18, 2020 –The Andersons, Inc. announces the availability of its new biological product, Bio Reverse™, which [...]
Farm Centers: Are You Ready for Fall?
Posted on August 18, 2020
Use our Fall Checklist to make the most of your time this fall season! Make sure you are prepped for [...]
Organics: Re-creation and the Growth of Organics
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on August 10, 2020
August, while not a huge holiday month, is still full of tradition for most families: taking [...]
Agronomy Alert: Soybean Aphids Spotted!
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on August 7, 2020
Soybean aphids were spotted in a field just east of Waterloo, IN, at the end of July. It was [...]
Update From The Field: Weeds, Insects, and Diseases, Oh My!
Posted on August 6, 2020
Just as in the “Wizard of Oz”, our three heroic adventurers thought they were “out of the [...]
July Agronomy Update
Posted on July 30, 2020
Parts of the Midwest have been experiencing hotter than normal temperatures and humidity throughout the day. These conditions are coming [...]
Podcast: How To Scout Late Season Corn
Posted on July 28, 2020
Don’t let diseases or deficiencies be the downfall to your corn crop! Listen as we discuss how to [...]
Agronomy Alert: Spider Mites
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on July 21, 2020
Due to the recent dry spell in some of our territories, two-spotted spider mites (Figure 1) are making their appearance this year in some of our soybean fields. Figure 1: This picture from Purdue University shows the Two-Spotted Spider Mite up close and personal. The two-spotted spider mite really does not [...]
Podcast: Feed the Plant
Posted on July 14, 2020
You’ve made it this far, but don’t stop now! Give your crops the nutrients it [...]
Organics: Dollars and Cents: Carbon and Organics
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on July 13, 2020
For most of the country, the last week or two have heated up into the dog days [...]
Update from the Field: Unprotected Roots
Posted on July 10, 2020
As I travel around the Midwest this cropping season, I’m seeing more conventional corn acres planted. This can [...]
Video: In-Field Crop Progress - NW Ohio
Posted on July 9, 2020
We are in Northwest Ohio this week bringing you an update from local corn, bean and wheat fields. Originations Merchant [...]
Podcast: Why is V5 So Critical?
Posted on June 26, 2020
Start strong to finish strong! The V5 growth stage is critical as it has major implications on yield potential for [...]
Update from the Field: Weedemic
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on June 26, 2020
Weed resistance is becoming a nationwide epidemic, a weedemic. Traditional weed control is no longer effective in controlling many weeds. [...]
Accelerating herbicide recovery with Phosfix
Posted on June 22, 2020
Phosfix is a powerful combination of macro and micronutrients with growth and plant enhancers that improve yield and profit [...]
June Agronomy Update
Posted on June 18, 2020
The vacatur issued on June 3, 2020, by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has canceled the use of XtendiMax® with [...]
Video: In-Field Crop Progress - Illinois
Posted on June 18, 2020
We are in Champaign, Illinois this week bringing you an in-field crop progress update. Senior Merchant Greg Johnson from The [...]
Podcast: Defeating Deficiencies
Posted on June 16, 2020
It’s the mid-season and corn is rapidly growing! With this growth comes stress, which can leave your crop [...]
Update from the Field: Don’t Guess, PSNT
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on June 9, 2020
As the torrential rains dissipate and the ground starts to slowly dry out, it is time to think about sidedressing [...]
Organics: New Organic Products Sales Sheet
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on June 8, 2020
This month we’d like to share our revised Organic Products Sales Sheet outlining the entire organic product line [...]
Update from the Field: Not a Good Time to Lose One’s Head
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on June 4, 2020
The recent wet weather in certain regions has played havoc on corn and soybean seedlings, and the lingering moisture is [...]
Tissue Test to Identify Nutrient Levels
Posted on June 2, 2020
PLANT TISSUE ANALYSIS DETERMINES NUTRIENT CONCENTRATIONS Plant tissue analysis complements a proven soil testing plan and helps identify ways to use nutrients more efficiently. Unseen nutrient imbalances or toxicities can be identified, as well. It also measures the efficacy of fertilization and nutrient programs, as well as the levels of [...]
Increasing Irrigation Efficiency
Posted on June 2, 2020
As global populations increase, water is becoming a much more important natural resource. As with any limited resource, efficient use is a key component. Because of increased demand for food and water, Irrigation Efficiency in agricultural systems is becoming a growing concern. According to the University of Nebraska, “Irrigation [...]
Basics of Foliar Application
Posted on June 2, 2020
Foliar feeding or foliar fertilization is a term describing the application of necessary plant nutrients to the above ground, living plant parts. Its purpose is not to replace soil fertilization, but rather to supplement plant nutrient needs during shortages and/or critical growth stages. Foliar feeding is intended to delay [...]
Podcast: Tissue Sampling
Posted on June 2, 2020
Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. The early season [...]
Update from the Field: Jack Frost Nipping at Your Nose
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on May 26, 2020
Last week’s low temperatures not only produced a frost, but a hard freeze. A hard freeze is defined [...]
The Key to High Yield Corn and Soybeans
Posted by Jessica Link, Product Specialist on May 20, 2020
A properly-timed nutrient management program is essential for maximizing yields at harvest. Both corn and soybeans have different nutrient needs at varying stages throughout the growing season. Understanding these critical growth stages and providing adequate nutrition to the growing crop is key to maximize crop productivity and achieve higher yields [...]
Podcast: Plant Health
Posted on May 19, 2020
Maintaining good plant health early in the season has direct connections with achieving a healthy crop later in the year. [...]
Update from the Field: Agronomists Can Dig It
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on May 15, 2020
With planting season in full swing, it is essential to make sure seedbeds are prepared correctly. Uniform no-till stands of [...]
Organics: Microbes and Organic Liquid Fertilizer Options
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on May 11, 2020
How are you filling your time before planting? I’ve heard some scattered reports of organic farmers planting, but [...]
The Andersons Maumee Facility Receives ResponsibleAg Certification
Posted on May 5, 2020
MAUMEE, OHIO, May 1, 2020 – The Andersons, Inc. is pleased to announce that its Plant Nutrient facility in Maumee, Ohio, [...]
Update from the Field: Relying on Hope is Not a Profitable Plan
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on May 1, 2020
Creating a plan for in-season foliar applications is essential for crop success, as simply relying on hope is not a [...]
Organics: April Organic Market Update
Posted by Dani Kusner, Agronomist on April 29, 2020
In the span of a few short weeks (or months if you’ve been following it longer internationally), COVID-19 [...]
Podcast: A Season-Long Game Plan for Corn
Posted on April 28, 2020
Planning ahead is never a bad idea and that especially applies to your corn crop! Listen as we discuss [...]
Agronomy Update April 2020
Posted on April 24, 2020
As planters start rolling in the Corn Belt, focus will soon shift to managing crops’ in-season nutrient needs. It [...]
Update from the Field: 4R for Real
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on April 16, 2020
Excessive amounts of nutrients in watersheds have been causing problems in large bodies of water such as lakes and oceans. [...]
The Andersons Announces New Online, Mobile-Friendly Customer Portal
Posted on April 14, 2020
MAUMEE, OHIO, April 13, 2020 –The Andersons, Inc. announces a new, web-based customer portal for its Plant Nutrient Group [...]
Podcast: 3 Essential Parts To An Effective Foliar Program
Posted on April 14, 2020
Help your crop stay stress-free by using the right foliars at the right time throughout the year! Listen as we [...]
Update from the Field: What’s Sulfur Got to Do With It?
Posted on April 10, 2020
Just as Tina Turner posed a great question about love in her 1984 song “What’s Love Got to [...]
Update from the Field: Popular Corn Population
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on April 3, 2020
As the weather warms up and soils dry out, growers are getting their planters out and deciding population goals to [...]
Farm Centers: Spring Checklist
Posted by Jessica Link, Product Specialist on April 2, 2020
Make sure you are fully prepped for the season to ensure a strong start. With the checklist below, we hope some of your stress can be alleviated both before and during the season. 1. Prepare for planting season safely Be mindful as you drive equipment on roadways. Exercise caution when making [...]
Introducing The Andersons NEW Bio Pass™ biological product
Posted on March 30, 2020
Bio Pass™ is a robust microbial package specifically designed to work in synergy with your liquid starter fertilizer program [...]
The Andersons Update: COVID-19
Posted on March 24, 2020
The Andersons is proud to play a key role in the agriculture supply chain, enabling our customers to grow the [...]
Podcast: Selecting the Right Nitrogen Source for Sidedress
Posted on March 24, 2020
Nitrogen is essential, but with so many options, which source gives you the best possibility for success? Listen as we [...]
Agronomy Update March 2020
Posted by Dave Dyson, Agronomist on March 20, 2020
MANAGEMENT By Dave Dyson, Agronomist The weather so far in the spring of 2020 has not been cooperative with regard to [...]
