All Posts by Randy Niver
PODCAST: The Value of Planting Soybeans Early
August 24, 2021
Planting StrategiesCCA Soy Envoy Randy Niver discusses why planting soybeans earlier in the spring supports higher yields at harvest.
Moisture Saturation and Oxygen Depravation
July 21, 2021
In-Season AgronomyMany parts of the Central Illinois region have been hit with multiple inches of rain, causing many ponding issues.
Do Nutrients Have Parkas?
May 15, 2021
Nutrient ManagementHow do cooler temperatures affect nutrient uptake?
Early Planting Soybean? Yield Increase Secret Unlocked!
April 07, 2021
Planting StrategiesEarly planted soybeans are a hot topic and is the cheapest input to higher yields in soybeans, barring any replants, it costs nothing extra.
Murphy’s Law Applies to 2020
November 02, 2020
In-Season Agronomy2020 threw some curve balls at soybean growers, but it is finally coming to an end.
PODCAST: A Look Back at the 2020 Growing Season
September 24, 2020
Harvest StrategiesRandy Niver, CCA Soy Envoy and Asgrow DEKALB Technical Agronomist, is on the podcast this month to review the 2020 soybean growing season. Listen to learn more.
What Am I Supposed To Do With All This Plot Data?
August 30, 2020
In-Season AgronomyEvaluating plot data for placement decisions.
Soybean Agronomic Goal Setting, More Than A Resolution
June 17, 2020
AMP - Agribusiness ManagementSet SMART soybean agronomic goals.
Did Frost Really Damage Your Soybeans?
May 12, 2020
In-Season AgronomyHow to determine if soybeans were damaged by recent cold weather.
The Surprising Story of Soil Compaction Caused by Water
April 18, 2020
Sustainability PracticesStanding water can harm more than just your established soybean stand. Surface water can also lead to soil compaction.