![]() ![]() They are incorporating 4R methods that allowed this Illinois farmer to decrease costs per acre between $16.49 and $25.31 while reducing greenhouse gas emissions (CO2E) by 34.7 percent from 9.4 CO2E per bushel to 6.14 CO2E per bushel. Using soil testing to understand the distribution of nutrients in a field allows a farmer to apply fertilizer at the right amount and in the correct areas. Since 2012, 100 farmers and retailers have been recognized as 4R Advocates by implementing and sharing 4R principles impacting over 246,000 acres across 25 states in the US. ![]() ![]() Incremental adoption of 4R practices increases crop yields and profitability while minimizing runoff, ammonification, and de-nitrification that are detrimental to the environment. Investing in fertilizer technology allows for the most effective and efficient utilization of nutrients. The Mosaic Company supports and promotes 4R Nutrient Stewardship, a science-based framework to utilize the Right nutrient source, at the Right rate, at the Right time, and in the Right place.īy educating farmers on best management practices for fertilizer use, more food is grown with fewer resources. ![]() Over application of fertilizer increases the potential for nutrient losses, including runoff, volatile ammonia emissions, and denitrification while also reducing profitability for the farmer. ![]()
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