fertilizer

The 2018 hay season was good for most growers across the region.  That according to Andrew Eddie Vice President of the Washington state Hay Growers Association.  He said hay sold well domestically and internationally this year.  He noted that growers saw a little hit from the trade war with China, but notes it was not as damaging as other commodities reported.   “I th...

A recent study by U,C. Davis says farm fields are causing major nitrogen oxide pollution in the state.  The study indicates that between 20%-32% of that smog is caused by farm fields with fertilizer applications.  The study says recent findings show that agriculture is one of the dominant sources of nitrogen oxide in the U.S.  It says the imp...

The Wilbur-Ellis Company was recently honored with the ResponsibleAg certification at its Central Ferry branch.  The ResponsibleAg honor was launched by members of the fertilizer industry in 2014 to promote public welfare and agribusiness that comply with federal environmental, health and safety requirement.  Wi...

Next week’s heat wave may trick us a little bit, but it is nearly fall and how we approach our yards, gardens and trees is beginning to change. Should you fertilize before winter? WSU Master Gardener Bonnie Orr has this week’s Garden Minute.   ...

Using manure instead of fertilizer for nutrients in crops has been used for a long time, but research out of Ohio State University is looking for ways to improve that.   Glen Arnold with OSU Extension said their new approach has improved corn yields and reduced fertilizer costs.  ...

As smaller farms continue to look for more efficient ways to grow the best crops, one WSU researcher says they can look to nearby dairy operations.   PhD Candidate Tariq Khalil said many dairy operators and large farms have surplus nutrients and manure and need to be implementing management plans.  ...

Representative Dan Newhouse toured the Agrium Fertilizer plant in Kennewick this week shortly after the creation of the Congressional Fertilizer Caucus that he co-chairs.   Newhouse said that for a company like Agrium who ships all over the world, the infrastructure their location provides is critical.  ...

On Thursday, CHS unveiled its $18.5 million Agronomy Hub at the Port of Wilma near Clarkston, WA.  Ken Blakeman said this facility was designed to hold up to two million gallons of liquid fertilizer and 24,000 tons of dry.  He added it will take some time before the full potential of this facility is reached.   “...

Nearly all farmers understand the importance of the four Rs in nutrient management.   Kathy Mather of The Fertilizer Institute said the four Rs are, “Use of the right fertilizer source, at the right rate and right time and in the right place. And the four R...

A University of Illinois long-term study found that air pollution legislation is controlling emissions so well that some farmers may need to begin applying sulfur fertilizers to their fields.   Data shows that sulfur levels have declined in Midwest watersheds and rivers, and sulfur balances in many Midwest field are negative.  Th...