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Trials Boasts Yield With Biologicals


Trials Boasts Yield With Biologicals

It was discovered in two recent investigations by Locus Ag and Pivot Bio that using biological products regularly raised yields in a range of crops.

Researchers at universities and contract research firms that examined experiments including Locus Ag biological products discovered yield gains ranging from 5.2% to 37% for row crop varieties and from 4.2% to 26% for specialty crop varieties. 

"Locus Ag's USA-made biological solutions are more vital than ever in a time when the agricultural sector is navigating challenges like climate variability, rising input prices, and the need for sustainable practices," stated Locus Ag SVP Kade Haas. Farmers are unable to take any chances. This research demonstrates that these premium biologicals will elevate farming to a new level and guarantee a good growing season, regardless of the crop grown or where it is grown.

The items were evaluated in various growing environments around the United States. It's crucial to remember that only alfalfa, canola, maize, cotton, potato rice, soybeans, and wheat had a 95% or higher confidence rate in the reliability of the data, despite the fact that 12 row crops and 11 specialty crops were examined.

Data from a different study by the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment at The University of Kentucky revealed that better maize yields were achieved by substituting 40 lb. of synthetic nitrogen with Pivot Bio's Proven 40.

In these trials, no-till and cover crop conditions were used to sow maize at a rate of 32,000 seeds per acre. With additional nitrogen treatments of 140 and 180 pounds per acre, Proven 40 was sown in a furrow. According to the data, adding Proven 40 enhanced yields while varying the amount of nitrogen produced similar results in yields. 

According to Clayton Nevins, senior agronomic scientist at Pivot Bio, "the study's findings underscore the potential of microbial nitrogen fertilizer to maintain and even increase crop yields while reducing dependency on synthetic fertilizers." "Not only are you replacing 40 lb. of synthetic nitrogen, but you are also delivering nitrogen straight to the roots, boosting plant health earlier in the season."

Source https://locusag.com/

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