Deer & Company have joined forces with Iowa State University (ISU) to develop a demonstration site composed of eight varying fields and processes that utilize real-world scenarios. The strategic partnership will work to uncover sustainable solutions that could benefit grain production systems, according to a release.
“Farmers are working in constantly changing environments where every decision will impact their end result, which means they can’t afford to adopt experimental practices that aren’t proven to deliver the yield they anticipate,” said Jill Sanchez, director of sustainability for John Deere. “This demonstration farm, in partnership with ISU, allows us to experience the same uncertainties and challenges as our customers, so that we can test and identify which methods are successful and deliver proven, innovative and sustainable solutions to farmers.”
Throughout a five-year production cycle, the 80-acre demonstration farm will conduct tests and trials with the implementation of four different crop production systems. Data and insights gathered will evaluate “crop productivity, economic cost of production, soil health, water quality, carbon intensity and biodiversity,” shared the release.
“ISU has a longstanding relationship with John Deere, which has allowed us to translate agronomic sciences to practice through field demonstrations to unlock opportunities for farmers,” said Matt Darr, professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at ISU. “This new research allows us to test new sustainability solutions, so that farmers can adopt practices they have confidence in.”
The partnership aligns with Deere’s Leap Ambitions — focused goals created to enhance economic value and sustainability with customers in mind, ensuring that every effort works towards optimizing operations.
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