Last season, a commercial grower approached us with a significant problem: despite heavy fertilization, his corn yields had plateaued, and the soil was becoming increasingly “tight” and saline.
The Intervention: Instead of adding more nitrogen, Agroelementa’s team performed a deep-layer soil analysis. We discovered that a lack of calcium and microbial activity was causing nutrient lockout. We implemented a 12-week recovery plan involving:
- A soil conditioner to break down salt buildup.
- A customized liquid nutrient blend delivered via fertigation.
The Results:
- Yield Increase: 14.5% increase in bushels per acre compared to the previous three-year average.
- Input Savings: Reduced total fertilizer volume by 10% because the plant was absorbing nutrients more efficiently.
- Soil Health: Post-harvest tests showed a marked improvement in soil structure and root penetration.
Success in the field is the only metric that matters at Agroelementa.