What are the long-term consequences of cutting back on fertilizer rates?

As farmers look for ways to minimize expenses this growing season, some may be tempted to cut back their fertilizer rates to save on the front end.

This could be a costly mistake in the long run.

Tryston Beyrer with the Mosaic Company spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on some of the consequences of cutting fertilizer rates, how farmers can optimize their fertilizer programs, and how producers can learn more.

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