Ken Ferrie

Boots In The Field Report

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One of the founding pillars of Crop-Tech Consulting is integrating a systems approach to farming. Crop-Tech is continually adding to their expertise and services. To aid in this process, CTC conducts over 150 test plots every year and works in conjunction with Farm Journal to gather research data on the industry’s equipment, practices, and technology. The Boots in the Field Report features Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie. He will keep you up-to-date by describing what he is seeing while in the field.

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Ken Ferrie

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Hip Boots In The Field Report for June 26th 26.06.2015 7:28

It is too soon to give up on this year's crop. Listen as Ken goes through what we need to do to keep this crop afloat.

Boots in the Field Report for June 19th 19.06.2015 5:01

This week Isaac Ferrie tackles the topic of adjusting Nitrogen programs after all the rain. He stresses the importance of oxygen in the root zone and the key role nitrates play in making sure you have enough Nitrogen in the tank to finish out the crop. Isaac also walks through things to consider when deciding on aerial application.

Boots In the Field Report for June 8th 08.06.2015 2:49

The week’s Boots in the Field Report covers: hatching and scouting of Rootworms and Corn Borer, pushing soybean planting populations due to the rain delays, and the importance of keeping on top of nitrate levels!

Boots In The Field Report for May 26th 26.05.2015 7:00

In this week’s Boots In The Field Report, Ken talks about how the plots are coming along, insect watch for Cutworm and Army worm, replanting and growth delay, and finally watching out for the carbon penalty.

Boots In The Field Report for November 7th 07.11.2014 3:31

This week’s Boots In The Field Report, Ken discusses soil testing corn on corn and some interesting plot results regarding fix and flex ears.

Boots In The Field Report for October 31st 31.10.2014 3:52

In this week’s Boots In the Field Report, Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie talks about getting started with anhydrous applications.

Boots In The Field Report for October 24th 24.10.2014 4:38

In this week’s episode of Boots In The Field, Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist, Ken Ferrie talks about managing ruts and replacing wheat with a cover crop.

Boots In The Field Report for October 17th 17.10.2014 5:33

In this week’s Boots In The Field Report, Ken talks about planting wheat, and strip-till concerns.

Boots In The Field Report for October 10th 10.10.2014 4:43

In this weeks Boots In The Field Report, agronomist Ken Ferrie discusses how Goss's Wilt is starting to really hit some fields. Ken also talks about how leaf structures are making differences in the plots.

Boots In The Field Report for October 3rd 03.10.2014 4:47

In the weeks report Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie discusses the importance of keeping an eye on harvest lost and staying ahead of down corn.

Boots In The Field Report for September 26th 26.09.2014 7:00

Ken Ferrie talks about the soybean harvest and the drop in corn moisture levels.

Boots In The Field Report for September 12th. 12.09.2014 5:07

Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist, Ken Ferrie, gives the Boots In The Field Report for the Week of September 12th.

Boots In The Field Report For September 9th 05.09.2014 4:12

Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie discusses the conditions he observed in Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, and Illinois. He also comments on finding sudden death, stalk quality issues, harvesting issues, and heat stress

Boots In The Field Report for August 15th 29.08.2014 3:22

Crop-Tech Agronomist Ken Ferrie discusses crop conditions and outlook on his trip form Illinois to New York.

Boots In The Field for August 8th 29.08.2014 37:40

Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie shares an update on what he is seeing out in the field.

Boots In The Field for July 28th 29.08.2014 3:48

Crop-Tech Consulting agronomist Ken Ferrie shares an crop update on what he is seeing out in the corn field at the end of July.