Technology is everywhere on today’s farms, with new developments coming out on what feels like a daily basis.
Agronomists at Nutrien are leaning on tech with a new planning calculator, helping farmers make critical decisions around their farm’s finances. The eKonomics Input Planning Calculator is simple and easy-to-use, yet also remarkably comprehensive, allowing farmers – and farm advisors – to enter highly personalized input costs, capturing not only the standard input vectors – fertilizer, pesticides, seed, fuel, etc. – but any-and-all expenses which contribute to the cost of running their operation.
Check it out HERE.
Related Stories
Cover crops may improve soil and reduce input needs over time, but producers should budget carefully before expanding acreage.
Higher ocean freight rates continue adding pressure to U.S. wheat exports despite stronger demand projections.
The report highlighted the role rural development programs play in supporting housing, infrastructure and essential services.
The award recognizes wheat varieties that deliver strong results throughout the milling and baking process