12 Days of Nutrients - Day 5: Calcium

Ever wonder why your crop just doesn’t finish strong—even when pH looks “fine”? 👀Today’s episode breaks down calcium, the quiet workhorse that keeps plants strong, roots growing, and soil life booming.Today, we clear up big myths, tell real farm stories, and show why calcium is more than just lime—it’s the key to better yields and healthier soil.🌱 What You’ll Learn Today:• How calcium helps roots, microbes, and nutrient flow• Why soil testing beats guessing—every time• How calcium helps your soil hold carbon and waterWhen it’s right, your soil works with you—not against you. Tune in for more!

In today’s episode, we’re talking about a nutrient that packs a punch: BORON. This powerhouse helps your crops bloom, grow, and increase yield. If you want bigger ears, fuller kernels, and better plants, this episode is for you!🌱 What You’ll Learn Today:• How boron helps pollen, silks, blooms, and seed development• Why waiting until you see a deficiency means lost yield• How boron boosts microbes, fungi, and even drought toleranceSoil tests show 90% of farms are deficient and that means lost bushels. Tune in for more!

Want better yields and more profit without wasting money? Then this episode is for you because we’re breaking down why potassium is a game-changer. Plus, how using it the right way can help you win big.🌱 What You’ll Learn Today:• Why potassium is one of the hardest-working nutrients in your crop• How CEC changes what “low” and “high” potassium really means• Why drought makes potassium deficiency show up fast

Today, we break down why phosphorus is a BIG DEAL for your crops. It’s one of the “Big 3” nutrients, and it’s the one that helps your plants build strong roots, grow faster, and finish before frost hits.This episode is full of clear steps you can use to farm smarter, cut losses, and keep more dollars in your pocket.🌱 What You’ll Learn Today:• Why phosphorus is the root-building powerhouse of your crop• How erosion steals tons of soil and dollars• How smarter P use keeps government regulators off your backRemember, more fertilizer isn’t the answer. Smarter fertilizer is.

Nitrogen is the “big one” in farming. However, using too much can hurt your crops and yourwallet. In this episode, let’s break down tips that help you apply nitrogen wisely, protect your soil, and cut waste. What You’ll Learn Today:• Why too much nitrogen can actually lower your yield• How timing and placement make a big money difference• How other nutrients (like sulfur, zinc, and phosphorus) help nitrogen work better

Many farmers worry that using liquid fertilizer will “mine” or hurt their soil. But truth is, when nutrients go into the plant—and not just on the ground—you can actually build better soil and better yields over time. Farming has a lot of opinions. But results come from:✔ Real tests✔ Real science✔ Real numbers✔ Programs that actually build soil and yields🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• Why soil already has huge amounts of P and K waiting to be unlocked• Why deep roots matter• How liquid programs can build soil, not hurt itIf you’re ready to stop guessing and start growing, this episode is for you.

With rising costs and tighter margins heading into 2026, so today were walking through the real numbers and simple steps that help farmers keep more money in their pockets while still growing strong crops. This episode lays out the practical, proven ways to cut waste, boost efficiency, and make every acre pay.🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• Why soil testing is the fastest way to stop wasting fertilizer• How to use nitrogen correctly so less is lost and more is made in yield• Why lime and pH should come before big P and K spendingIf you want real advice that actually works (& not old ways of thinking that cost you money) this episode is for you.

In this episode, Rod and Curt dig into something big… the untapped nutrients beneath the soil surface. After deep soil testing this year, we’ve proven there are thousands of pounds of nutrients just waiting for roots to find them. If you want more profit per acre without spending more money, this is the episode for you.🌱 Here’s What You’ll Learn:• The simple shifts that help crops grow deeper• How improving soil health creates a highway for roots to access more nutrients• What deep soil tests reveal about nitrogen, sulfur, calcium, and other big-ticket nutrientsThis episode will challenge the way you think about fertility… in the best way possible.

In this episode, we talk with Ryan Wolf. He shares practical tips that can make your soil healthier and your yields higher. You’ll hear real talk about what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid costly mistakes.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Smart ways to manage moisture, weeds, and nutrients• Why timing and management matter way more than seed choice• How to make cover crops part of a soil health plan

Today, Roger Wright joins us to unpack what’s really happening in the grain markets. Soybean Prices just hit a 13-month high, and Roger explains what that means, why China’s buying matters, and what you can do right now to lock in profit and protect profit.This episode is packed with simple, clear advice to help you make smart moves for your farm.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• How to know when it’s time to sell your beans;• How to use “put options” to protect profits; and• A step-by-step plan to protect yourself in a wild market.