Unusually wet weather presented a number of challenges early in this growing season but, now that your crop is in the ground, it’s time to turn your focus to the next possible threat – severe weather. Hail can cause stand loss and loss of leaf area for photosynthesis, both of which result in a reduction[…]
Read MoreFor most of the typical growing season, farmers pray for rain. But this year, they’re praying for it to stop. Cold, wet conditions across the Corn Belt have forced many farmers to return to their fields to re-plant once or even twice. If you’re trying to decide whether or not to re-plant, we encourage[…]
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If you’re looking to get your corn and soybeans off to a good start this year, the first step is to make sure you’re planting at the best time. How do you determine when that is? Well, because Mother Nature is often unpredictable, you can never be 100 percent sure, but there are a few[…]
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How do you decide when it’s time to plant? Do you rely on the calendar? Check the look and feel of the soil? Follow your neighbor’s lead? Because spring weather conditions are often unpredictable, the secret to success is probably in your seed. Bottom line – some corn and soybean seeds can germinate and thrive[…]
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At B&A Genetics, we are committed to growing a company that is easy to work with and quick to respond to customer needs and concerns – and it’s our goal to build customer relationships that go far beyond seed. Because we have more than 15 years of experience in the seed industry, we’ve walked the[…]
Read MoreOwning a seed company has been a long-time goal for Gregg Adams. “I’ve been in the seed business since 2002. Owning a seed company that is specifically geared to serving the customers in our territory, has always been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time,” Adams said. “By being directly involved in the[…]
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For Matt Bixler, farming is more than a job – it’s a way of life. “I grew up on a cow/calf operation and was very involved with 4-H and Future Farmers of America,” he said. “After graduating from Purdue University, I returned to the farm to raise my own family.” On his farm, located in[…]
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My business partner, Gregg Adams, and I are proud to announce the official launch of our new company – B&A Genetics! Owning our own seed company has been a long time goal for both of us. We look forward to putting our knowledge and experience to work for growers in Indiana, Ohio and Illinois. Both[…]
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