Planning Season Instrumental To Farmers’ Success

Farmers can count on management tools from Channel to help with key decisions.

ST. LOUIS, MO.

   As the business of farming grows and evolves, the time farmers devote to planning for the new growing season may be the most important process for a successful farm operation. In addition to the expert advice, customized service and elite seed products from Channel Seedsmen and ag professionals, Channel offers several free decision- making tools to help farmers. Located at Channel.com/Tools, farmers can customize the information to make informed management decisions with the goal of enhancing profit potential.

   “Our field teams get it and are there to help farmers make tough decisions. That’s just one important part of the service Channel offers,” said Brock Helgerson, Channel brand lead. “To complement the Field Check Up Series and on-farm visits, farmers can access expert advice at their convenience wherever they have an internet connection.”

   Here is a brief overview of the management tools available at Channel.com/Tools.

   Agronomy Library

   Stay up to date on the latest agronomic information with access to insightful articles written by expert technical agronomists and agronomy researchers. From planting to harvest, these articles cover topics that are relevant to operating a farm. The articles include information about fertility, weed management, product placement and agronomic practices.

   Channel Seed Finder

   This year, Channel is offering 166 soybean and corn varieties with 30 new corn products and 25 new soybean products. Browse products recommended for your area by your local Channel technical agronomist at Channel.com/Products. Channel® products are tested under a wide range of growing conditions and offer genetic  diversity and maturity options to maximize performance across a variety of growing conditions and management practices. The local Channel Seedsman is the product expert in their area.

   Profitability Calculator

   Take the guesswork out of grain marketing with the Channel profitability calculator. Designed to help determine a farm’s break- even point and profitability potential, the profitability calculator is a valuable tool for devising a grain marketing strategy. Simply choose your crop, enter market and cost information, and calculate your profitability potential.

   Grain Market Updates

   Turning market information into real-world results requires the right Channel grain marketing consultant. Matt Bennett is one of the industry's most respected grain marketing consultants and has decades of experience helping farmers turn information into results. Sign up for texts and emails with ongoing tips and insights from Matt Bennett at Channel.com.

   “Ag Over Easy” Podcast

   Each episode of the Channel “Ag Over Easy” podcast turns breakfast into a conversation about farm life and the business of farming. ∆