December 2025 issue

Volume 58, Issue 12

Understanding nitrogen efficiency and yield stability can significantly boost farm profitability while reducing agriculture’s environmental footprint. By using satellite data and long-term yield analysis, it's possible to identify “yield stability zones” within fields—areas that consistently perform high, low, or variably—allowing farmers and their CCAs to fine-tune fertilizer use. By adjusting nitrogen applications to match each zone’s productivity, farmers can save money, cut waste, and lower emissions without sacrificing yields.

Cover photo: AI-generated image from Google Gemini.