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Set realistic yield goals
2. Test the soil 3. Credit other nitrogen sources 4. Apply nitrogen in the spring 5. Use nitrification inhibitors when effective ![]() 7.
Know the economic thresholds for insects
8. Consider insect-resistant crop varieties 9. Spot-treat insect infestations when possible 10. Know how tillage affects insects 11. Know how crop rotation affects insects 12. Adjust planting & harvesting dates to control insects 13. Conserve beneficial insects 14. Consider using biological insecticides ![]() 15.
Know the economic thresholds for weeds
16. Fine-tune your weed program to reduce rates 17. Manage crops to compete aggressively with weeds 18. Don't increase herbicide rates with conservation tillage 19. Band herbicides and cultivate 20. Control weeds with cover crops ![]() 21.
Determine the organic-matter of your soil
22. Determine your soil's potential for leaching 23. Determine your pesticide's potential for leaching 24. Determine the soil-pesticide interaction rating 25. Consider other critical pesticide qualities ![]() 26.
Select the proper nozzle tips
27. Calibrate your sprayer 28. Consider direct injection 29. SPrevent backsiphoning ![]() 30. Rinse chemical containers thoroughly 31. Dispose of rinsed containers safely 32. Dispose of excess chemicals safely 33. Store agrichemicals safely 34. Prevent and clean up chemical spills 35. Construct a rinse pad ![]() 36. Know your well site conditions 37. Locate your well away from contamination sources 38. Make sure your well is constructed properly 39. Seal abandoned wells 40. Make sure your septic system operates correctly |
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