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Farmer Recruitment Open for Nitrogen Management Project
February 26, 2026
PROFIT WARRANTY TO OPTIMIZE NITROGEN RATES
Are you interested in the benefits of optimizing nitrogen rates in your corn production but concerned about the potential risks to your yield and profitability?
Understanding the right amount of nitrogen to put down for a corn crop is challenging, and the most economical rates vary year to year depending on weather conditions. Determining optimal split nitrogen applications using a pre-sidedress nitrate test (PSNT) allows farmers to be more nimble in response to the growing season–resulting in lower input costs and higher profits–all while benefiting the environment.
The project is designed to help farmers test this practice in their fields, without the risk of losing profit. The project will pay farmers in case of profitability loss due to split nitrogen application on enrolled acres, as a form of warranty to minimize risks associated with trialing this practice. In addition, participants are offered an honorarium, support for agronomic services, and PSNT reimbursement. Profit warranty payments will support up to a yield decrease of 10% or a maximum of 20 bu/ac.