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Why 50 Degrees Matters: Protecting Nitrogen and Your Bottom Line

By Tara Desmond & Matt from Becks

When it comes to nitrogen management, doing things right matters not just for the crop, but for the land and the future of farming. Matt from Beck’s Hybrids emphasizes the importance of using nitrification inhibitors whenever nitrogen is applied in Illinois.

These inhibitors play a vital role in keeping nitrogen in a stable, soil-bound form, reducing the risk of nutrient loss. “It’s not just important for the bottom line,” Matt explains. “We’re under the microscope. People are watching how we handle nitrogen, and we want to make sure we’re good stewards so others don’t impose regulations that make farming harder.”

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Tucked just outside a school in rural Warren County, a small garden is making a big impact. Known as the 4-H Farm and School Garden, the project started with a simple idea: bring kids outside and connect them to the land that feeds them.