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How farmers can plan to increase income potential

(BPT) - Post-harvest gives farmers a chance to finally sit down and take a break after a busy season. It gives them the time to track their inputs, meet with their trusted advisers, evaluate the decisions they made this year and see how those decisions ultimately affected their return on investment. Farmers must be both forward thinking and retrospective, understanding the big picture while still digging into the nitty gritty of each field, to produce the highest potential yield and drive profit.

According to Mark Callender, farm manager at Farmers National Company in Dighton, Kansas, optimistic growers have shifted from saving to spending — investing now to drive profits higher on good land. Callender encourages farmers to review input costs every year as they develop their plans. “We analyze all our farms annually for cost per acre and per bushel,” Callender explained. “By comparing production numbers with seed, fertilizer, weed control and other costs, growers learn their return on investment for quality products versus generics, for example.”

Callender said farmers know their break-even costs, using the data available today to provide better insight into individual fields. “Top producers spend more to achieve better weed control to drive top yields. By examining costs on a per-bushel basis, they can justify higher costs per acre when an agronomic practice delivers more bushels.”

Preparing for 2022

Many producers budget per acre for the whole operation, notes Lynn Sandlin, ag economist and business intelligence lead at Syngenta, but opportunity exists during more profitable times to budget directly at the field level — to maximize profit at the bushel level.

Sometimes it requires better tools, sound advice and a shift in thinking to manage each field’s potential at the bushel level. “Trusted advisers help growers increase field productivity with an eye on profit per bushel,” Sandlin said.

Fortunately, new tools are available to help farmers find growth opportunities. “Years of depressed prices pushed some growers to try to save their way to prosperity with cheaper inputs and generics,” says Paul Backman, commercial unit head for the West Heartland region, Syngenta. “Our Syngenta AgriEdge whole-farm management program lets growers see how better products can deliver higher productivity on a cost-per-bushel level.”

Reviewing 2021 decisions against actual yield helps growers understand real costs — shifting from a cost mindset to an investment mindset.

“Retailers also play vital roles across farm input decisions,” Backman says. “Our sales reps and AgriEdge specialists help growers see small gains in each field, adding up to more bushels. Good management plans evolve as more data drives greater field-by-field profits.”

Retailers trust agronomics

Syngenta sales representative Mark Dozler explained the input-cost-per-bushel method of thinking: “I worked with a retailer in Nebraska to build an input-cost-value spreadsheet, showing that if a grower removes a $30 fungicide from their plan, cost per bushel increases — because removing that fungicide reduces yield by at least 10 bushels per acre. The data proving that was eye-opening.”

Defining more yield-for-weed control challenges everyday thinking and requires digging into details beyond a $40-50 per acre herbicide budget.

Field-by-field profit

Technical advancements in corn and soybean genetics also play a critical role in productivity per field and cost per bushel.

“Many retailers take pride in knowing agronomic details so they can recommend the best hybrid for each field,” said Brent Rockers, a Syngenta district manager in Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma.

“Our research provides growers with seeding rates, fertility and plant health advice that improves their ability to strategize and budget,” Rockers said. “And our Cropwise Seed Selector tool provides growers with a list of hybrids matching their soil classifications by field.”

Advisers help growers fine-tune their selections, following the crop through harvest — and use that data to help build more profitability.

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Upgrading your bath? 6 reasons to go tankless for heated water

(BPT) - If you’re one of the many homeowners renovating your house this year, you’re likely looking at a wealth of new products and features that could add beauty and/or functionality to your lifestyle.

Thanks in part to our trend of spending more time at home, a significant 59% of U.S. consumers will reallocate part of their pre-pandemic budgets toward home-improvement this year, according to a report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. For many, that will mean upgrading their bathrooms (or adding new ones) to add comfort, versatility and/or efficiency.

One improvement to strongly consider if you’re designing or improving a bath is a switch to a tankless water heater. You may not be aware of these handy, compact and highly efficient appliances, but they’re already a staple in commercial spas and in homes across Europe and in Asia because they provide such a multitude of perks.

Switching out your conventional, storage-tank-type heater could provide a number of attractive benefits you may not have considered, which is why these modern and highly effective new tankless systems are growing so much in popularity. Here’s a round-up of the top six advantages.

Tankless heaters save energy. Rather than maintaining large, continually heated water supplies, tankless heaters are specifically engineered to heat input water only on demand, as you turn on your hot-water tap or shower. Between uses, they automatically shut down and stop using energy. Impressively Thermalux, a new and fast-emerging tankless heater brand, is credited with helping reduce up to 118,000 tons of CO2 emissions a year.

Tankless heaters ensure you never run out of hot water. Because you’re not storing your hot water supply, there’s no risk of running out if everyone in your household uses it at the same time. With the right-sized system for your home, you can access unlimited hot water all day, every day.

Tankless heaters take up less space. Despite their added power, tankless units are significantly smaller than the large, bulky conventional tanks that may be taking up unnecessary space in your home. Sized and shaped like a small suitcase, tankless water heaters are compact enough to be hung on the wall in your utility room, garage, attic, basement or closet to optimize the room you have for other amenities.

Tankless heaters maintain cleaner water. Because tankless heaters provide your water only on demand, they serve up fresh, clean water only as you need it. If you have hard water, you can alleviate scale build-up and maximize the longevity of your tankless system through regular water treatment and a simple annual descaling.

Tankless heater installation may come with tax credits or rebates. Since many local, state and federal agencies support the energy-efficiency of these compact machines, they offer various rebates and tax credits upon installation (see energystar.gov for more info). That could add to the savings you can expect over time as a result of reduced energy bills.

Tankless heaters are available for shipment now. In many cases, the materials and appliances needed for new construction and remodeling projects are on backorder right now due to supply chain issues. Happily, tankless water heaters are not subject to those hold-ups and are readily available for your renovation project; just go to Amazon or Home Depot online to see the excellent selection offered by top manufacturer Thermalux.

With smart design, remodeling can add years of functionality and enjoyment to one of the most-used rooms in your home. Consider how a tankless water heater might be part of your improvements as you move forward with your bathroom renovation (or bath addition) plans.

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4 ways to achieve small wins toward your nutrition goals

(BPT) - Face it, the past year has been tough. It’s been all too easy to lose track of your wellness goals, especially around nutrition. The good news is, you can get back on track by working toward “small wins” — simple steps that improve your nutrition — and celebrate each one to inspire further improvements. In a recent online survey, 80% said that their perception of health and wellness has changed over the past year. The survey, conducted by Pollfish for Simply Good Foods, also found that 59% were trying to eat a better diet.

"Nutrition is key to achieving overall wellness," said Colette Heimowitz, MS, New York Times bestselling author and vice president of Nutrition Communication and Education at Atkins. “Making small changes today can reap big gains down the road, improving your well-being for years to come.”

What small wins can help improve your nutrition?

You’re more likely to stick with changes if they're not too hard to achieve. Aim for simple ways to increase protein and healthy fats while reducing carbs and sugar. Here are some ideas to get you started.

1. Make easy recipe swaps, like swapping out mashed potatoes for whipped cauliflower. Steam or boil cauliflower florets 10-15 minutes (check with fork for softness), then let sit in a colander or strainer for a while to drain excess water. Mash or use food processor to blend cauliflower with your choice of butter, sauteed garlic or other seasonings.

2. Enjoy sweet treats with less sugar and more protein, like the new Atkins Chocolate Creme Protein Wafer Crisp Bar. They’re light and crispy wafers with a chocolatey crème filling and delicious chocolatey coating — with 10 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber and only 1 gram of sugar, making them perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up. Or boost your energy with an Atkins Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Bar, made with a soft dough layer topped with real almond butter, almond crunch and a delicious chocolatey coating. With a whopping 16 grams of protein, each bar can satisfy your hunger on the go, without tons of sugar.

3. Increase your vitamin intake by using seasonal produce and nutrient-rich proteins to boost the vitamin content of your dishes. Grate veggies like carrots into ground meat dishes and casseroles for extra vitamin A, C and B6, plus other nutrients. Vitamin D is also harder to get enough of during colder months, when you spend less time in the sunshine. Foods rich in vitamin D include tuna and salmon, cheese and egg yolks.

4. Find recipes that support your nutrition goals. Here’s one great option for a veggie-ful, zesty soup to warm you up on cold days, from Atkins.com/Recipes.

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Total Time: 25 Minutes

Ingredients:

1 small onion
12 ounces roasted bell peppers
2 medium stalks celery
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth, bouillon or consommé
7 fluid ounces water
2/3 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat.
Dice celery and white onion. Mince garlic and add all three to pan, cook and stir occasionally about 8 minutes or until softened.
Add diced roasted peppers, water and broth. Bring to boil; lower heat and simmer 5 minutes.
Puree soup in batches in blender or food processor until smooth.
Return soup to saucepan; stir in cream. Heat gently.
Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving. Optional: Serve with drizzle of sour cream.
Makes 6 servings.

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