12 Days of Nutrients - Day 8: Copper

Pull up to the fence and let’s talk nutrients that do not get much airtime. Chloride and Moly can help a crop or hurt it, depending on how they are used. In this episode, let’s break it down in plain talk so you can make smarter fertility calls and protect yield.This is not about chasing silver bullets. It’s about knowing what is helping your crop and what might be quietly holding it back.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why chloride can strengthen plants and also cause real trouble• What moly does inside the plant and why it matters for nitrogen• How too much chloride can hurt soybeans and soil lifeTest first. Think long-term. Protect the biology.

Let’s take a closer look at copper. It’s a micronutrient needed in very small amounts however, is critical to yield, stalk strength, and nutrient efficiency.In this episode, let’s see where copper fits, how to test for it correctly, and why balancing micronutrients is essential for getting more from every input dollar.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why copper keeps getting ignored• When N, P, and K stop working• How to take a clean tissue sampleIf you want your crop to finish strong and your fertilizer program to work as intended, this episode is for you.

If you’re pouring on nitrogen and not seeing the yield you expect, sulfur might be what’s missing. We used to get sulfur for free. We don’t anymore. And pretending we still do is costing us real money.In this episode, we break down sulfur in a way that actually makes sense—no fancy words, no guessing, just what works in the field.🌱 What You’ll Learn (Plain and Simple):• Why sulfur isn’t “extra” anymore—it’s essential• What sulfur deficiency actually looks like in the field• Why “just throw on 30 pounds” is a lazy adviceThink of it like this: Nitrogen is the fuel. Sulfur is what makes the engine run smooth.

Ever see yellow leaves and think, “I need more nitrogen”?🚨 Hold on. It might be magnesium waving a red flag.In today’s episode, we break down why magnesium is the heart of chlorophyll, why too much can be just as bad as too little, and how the wrong balance can tighten soils, waste fertilizer, and hurt yields.🌱 What You’ll Learn Today:• How potassium and nitrogen block magnesium uptake• The biggest mistake farmers make with yellow corn• When high-mag lime helps—and when it hurtsMagnesium isn’t optional. It’s not about more—it’s about balance. That’s how you farm smarter. Tune in for more!

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.