Two sizes of 2430C applicators are available – the 19-knife toolbar with a 47-foot working width, and the redesigned 25-knife configuration with reduced transport height and 62-foot working width. Both come standard on 30-inch spacings with Tru-Depth heavy-duty cast standards and TruSet depth control. Coulters, a variety of knives, and closing disk options are available for both models.

With a reduced transport height of 14 feet, the 62-foot wide 2430C is 2.5 feet lower than previous models, making it easier to transport under bridges and power lines when moving from field to field.

“The new 2430C Nutrient Applicator is a rugged, highly productive tool for ag service providers and farmers to accurately apply anhydrous ammonia across more acres more quickly while minimizing outgassing. With the 62-foot- or 47-foot-wide model, customers can select the right size to best fit their operation and nitrogen application needs,”

said Ryan Jardon, product marketing manager for John Deere.

Existing John Deere customers may notice the placement of the outer wings has changed to allow for maximum working widths and the low transport height. All 2430C models feature a floating hitch for uniform depth control across the entire working width and outside-mounted float tires to maximize flotation. The shanks can place nutrients deep if needed or shallower if not, all easily controlled in the cab with TruSet and seal the soil helping to minimize nutrient loss.

“TruSet depth control and documentation capabilities on these tools are other unique features ag service providers and farmers will find useful. These tools provide customers with the complete package of durability, precision, control, documentation, and performance they want when trying to cover as many acres as possible under tough field conditions and tight application windows,”

says Jardon.

The 19- and 25-knife 2430C Nutrient Applicators will be available to order this winter with delivery starting in 2022.

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Fertilizer Canada, along with The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) and The Nature Conservancy, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining their commitment to the continued development and expansion of the North American 4R Certification Program. The Global NSCC will create consistency amongst geographies, maintain program rigour, and ensure core auditable requirements are represented in each geographies’ standards. The partnership will also provide guidance to new entities interested in developing programs in their geographies.

Garth Whyte, President & CEO of Fertilizer Canada, said:

“The North American fertilizer industry has developed a robust science-based 4R Certification program for agri-retailers which validates the climate-smart agricultural practices of their growers. The 4R Certification program further demonstrates the fertilizer industry’s commitment to increase on-farm crop productivity and fertilizer efficiency while also demonstrating our leadership in sustainable agriculture.”

4R Nutrient Stewardship (Right Source @ Right Rate, Right Time, Right Place®) is an internationally recognized framework that can be tailored to fit specific crop types, climates and soils. Over the last decade, Fertilizer Canada has implemented the 4Rs through both the 4R Certification and 4R Designation Programs. Developed for agri-retailers, these voluntary programs quantify their sustainable efforts through collecting and reporting acres that are applying 4R Nutrient Stewardship practices.

Dave Buttenham, CEO of the Ontario Agri-Business Association, said:

“The development and implementation of clear, concise and achievable standards provide ag retailers with a consistent 4R framework that guides the delivery of products and services to the farm community across Ontario. It is imperative that the 4R Certification standards guiding Right Source @ Right Rate, Right Time, Right Place ® are continuously reviewed and updated to ensure they use the most recent technology, research and science available to the industry.”

Fertilizer Canada, together with the 4R Ontario Steering Committee, amended the audited 4R Certification Program from Ohio to meet the conditions in Ontario, while at the same time ensuring alignment between cross-border efforts aimed at the long-term improvement of the Great Lakes water quality, particularly Lake Erie. The program has since expanded to include Prince Edward Island, with the 4R Designation Program being implemented in Western Canada.

The 4R Certification Program is a voluntary, industry-led program that promotes the sustainable use of nutrients on agricultural fields, which significantly reduces and prevents nutrients run-off. The program certifies nutrient service provider’s business practices against the principles of 4R Nutrient Stewardship. 4R Certified agri retail sites conduct annual, independent, third-party audits which validate their understanding of the 4R principles, nutrient recommendations and application practices, and documentation. Following and recommendation and implementation of 4R principles with their grower customers.

Agri-retailers interested in implementing the 4R Certification or 4R Designation program in Canada should contact Fertilizer Canada to learn more about the programs and the steps required to participate.

Source: Fertilizer Canada

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BRANDT Organiplex is a breakthrough in the foliar nutrition category. The product line has been approved by the Organic Materials Institute and is recommended for customers looking for high quality, high performance sustainable fertilizers. The formulation contains a high concentration of amino acids, which boosts nutrient efficiency. BRANDT Organiplex is the latest addition to the company’s sustainable product portfolio, which includes nutrients, adjuvants and bio-pesticides.

GRIGG Turftopia is the newest formulation in the premier GRIGG Proven Foliar® nutrient line. The new technology helps maintain turf hydration, resilience and playability during periods of drought and environmental stress. It contains unique properties that help maintain cellular hydration and strength.

Dr. Gordon Kauffman, BRANDT technical manager, and BRANDT representatives will be in booth #4017 throughout the GIS to answer questions and discuss the new technologies in more detail.

John Guglielmi, National Sales Director at BRANDT, said:

“We’re looking forward to bringing this technology to the turf industry. We are very excited about the value it’s going to bring to superintendents.”

Source: Brandt

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