Academy for Higher Yields:Farmers head to the field for lessons on how to finish strong before corn and soybean harvests

摘要

With the goal of helping farmers put more bushels in the bin, Farm Journal hosted its annual series of in-fieldCorn College and Soybean College events. Led by Farm Journal Field Agronomists Ken Ferrie and Missy Bauer, the agronomic training attracted almost 1,000 farmers from 28 states."Every year, our agendas are different and reflect the topics farmers are asking about," Ferrie explains. "This year, in particular, we focused on increasing the take-home value and spent more time answering questions."Designed by Ferrie and Bauer, the two campuses—in Heyworth, 111., and Coldwater, Mich.—model the Systems Approach. In addition to the Farm Journal Field Agronomists, agronomic coaches walk small groups of farmers through several breakout sessions.