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Inoculating soybeans every year promotes increased nitrogen uptake for a successful crop

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Growing a strong, successful soybean crop requires large amounts of nitrogen. Soybeans receive nitrogen either through nitrogen fertilizers or rhizobia—tiny living organisms.

Rhizobia are soil bacteria that form nodules on a plant’s roots. The bacteria convert atmospheric nitrogen into ammonium, a form of nitrogen that can be used by the plant. Rhizobia provide the plant with necessary nutrients, promoting plant health and increasing yield potential.

To ensure that soybeans get the nitrogen they need, seed companies use soybean inoculants that contain rhizobia to increase nitrogen fixing.

As market prices rise, growers need to make sure they get the most for their soybeans. One option growers have is Nodulator PRO + Integral. Nodulator PRO is a professionally applied pre-inoculant that maximizes nodulation. Integral is a biofungicide with the Bacillus subtilis bacteria that suppresses seedling diseases.

Mike Verhoef is a National Seed Accounts Manager with BASF Canada. He highlights that Nodulator PRO’s low use rate of application makes it easy to handle. “With its low use rate of application, we refer to Nodulator PRO as ULV, ultra-low volume. For processors, it’s easy to use. There’s no bridging or sticking, and there’s an excellent flow through the equipment,” he said. “Overall, it’s great for both the seed company and the grower.”

Verhoef also notes that having an inoculant with two beneficial biologicals can lead to a successful crop. “Nodulator PRO is a biostacked product, which makes it very unique in the marketplace. Not only does it have the rhizobia that the soybeans need, it’s biostacked with our Integral product as well. Integral is a product that provides root disease suppression for a number of key root diseases. It also allows the plant to achieve a greater and quicker root development, which is seen above ground in foliage. The greater root development can also turn into a greater yield. Another notable feature of Integral is that it’s a PMRA-registered biofungicide,” he said.

Field research shows that applying the two beneficial biologicals in the Nodulator PRO + Integral system results in up to six percent more yield than the competitor. Being aware of the benefits of inoculants can ensure growers get the right inoculant for their soybeans, which can lead to a successful crop.

For more information on Nodulator PRO, visit www.agsolutions.ca

 

 


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The FCDC and AgSmart Bring Plant Breeding to a Wider Audience

Video: The FCDC and AgSmart Bring Plant Breeding to a Wider Audience

In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research in the agricultural world. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices. The FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their findings and creating a positive impact on the farming community.

One such avenue that aligns with their mission is AgSmart, an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The coming together of the FCDC’s annual Field Day and Ag Smart has proved to be a natural fit, fostering a synergy that benefits both parties and propels the agriculture industry forward. The FCDC Field Day took part in conjunction with AgSmart for the first time this week on Aug. 1-2 in Olds, Alta. FCDC Program Director Kofi Agblor and Olds College VP of Development Todd Ormann sat down for an interview with Marc Zienkiewicz to discuss the significance of the two events taking part together and what the future holds.

The Intersection of Research and Technology The essence of the FCDC lies in its dedication to plant breeding and new seed varieties, particularly barley and triticale. While conducting research is essential, it becomes meaningful when its benefits are shared with the wider community. This is where AgSmart steps in, providing a key venue for the FCDC to showcase their research. This union between research and technology creates a holistic and enriching experience for farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals, the pair said.

Seeds as Technology For the FCDC, the partnership with AgSmart goes beyond mere event collaboration. It is about creating an environment that bridges the gap between seeds and smart technology, Ormann said. The college believes that for technology to truly revolutionize agriculture, it must begin with a strong foundation — high-quality seeds. As the saying goes, “it all starts with a seed.” To demonstrate this critical aspect, the collaboration aims to showcase the seed value chain as an integral part of the smartphone.

The Birth of a Powerful Alliance The idea of joining forces emerged when staff realized the potential synergy between AgSmart and the FCDC Field Day. With just a few days separating the two events, a proposal was put forward to merge them. The marketing and communications teams from both sides worked seamlessly to ensure the essence of both events remained intact, creating a powerful alliance that leverages the strengths of each, Agblor said.

Driving Advancements in Breeding For Agblor, the partnership with AgSmart has tremendous potential to drive advancements in breeding and other technology. With technologies like drones and imaging becoming integral to phenotyping, breeding is no longer confined to vast fields to assess thousands of plants manually. Instead, it benefits from the data-rich insights brought about by smart technologies. These advancements make breeding more efficient, precise, and instrumental in shaping the future of agriculture.

Overcoming Challenges Together While the partnership between Olds College and Ag Smart has been a resounding success, there are challenges on the horizon. Securing stable funding for long-term breeding initiatives is crucial to sustain progress. The college is committed to navigating these challenges and investing in agriculture’s future sustainably, Agblor said.