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September 22, 2026
Struvite vs. MAP: Which Is Safer With the Seed, and at What Rate?
Struvite is generally much lower in salt effect than conventional water-soluble phosphate such as MAP, which can provide more flexibility close to the seed. But...
September 17, 2026
When Does Polyhalite Pay vs. AMS?
Polyhalite tends to become more compelling when the program needs sulphur plus potassium, magnesium or calcium, when seed-zone salt load matters, or when a more...
September 15, 2026
Can Beneficial Bacteria Make Fertilizer More Efficient?
Potentially, yes, but not by replacing fertilizer. Beneficial bacteria can change the rhizosphere around roots, influence nutrient availability and support nutrient assimilation. AGTIV UPTAKE…...
September 10, 2026
Why Doesn’t Canola Use the Same Biology as Wheat, Peas or Soybeans?
Because crop–microbe relationships are specific. Canola belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which generally does not form the functional arbuscular-mycorrhizal symbiosis common in many cereals,…...
September 8, 2026
When Do Mycorrhizae Pay in a Fertility Program?
Mycorrhizae are most compelling when nutrient access, not simply the amount of nutrient in the soil, is limiting crop performance. Their hyphal network can extend...
September 3, 2026
Mycorrhizae vs. Rhizobium vs. Bacillus: What Does Each One Actually Do?
They do different jobs. Mycorrhizae extend the effective soil-exploration network of compatible roots. Rhizobia form nodules with compatible legumes and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Selected Bacillus…...
September 1, 2026
Does the Strain of a Biological Actually Matter?
Yes. “Bacillus,” “mycorrhizae” or “rhizobium” describes a broad biological category, but it does not tell you everything you need to know about field performance. Strain...
August 11, 2026
Phosphorus and Potassium, Placed to Pay
Balanced P and K in one granule, placed where roots can reach it. With K the affordable nutrient this year, it belongs in the program,...