Reuse Previously Purchased Fertilizer & Maximize Nutrient Availability

As we look ahead to the 2025 growing season, many farmers are facing tough decisions about fertilizer application. With some choosing to skip phosphate or potash applications, the question becomes:How can we ensure our crops get the nutrients they need?

The answer lies in making better use of what's already in your soil.

Unlocking Nutrients You've Already Paid For

Nutrient mineralization is the key to unlocking the fertilizer you've already purchased. This process converts nutrients tied up in organic matter into forms that plants can use. BW Meltdown is a product that enhances this natural process, helping your crops access the nutrients already present in your soil but may not be readily available.

Just as lime helps make nutrients more available in low-pH soils, there's another factor we need to consider: Water Extractable Organic Carbon (WEOC). We've often taken WEOC for granted, but it plays a crucial role in converting nutrients through biological processes. This year's challenges have highlighted the importance of this often-overlooked aspect of soil health.

BW Meltdown is a specialized organic product designed to enhance nutrient availability in your soil. It contains a blend of naturally occurring microbes, organic acids, and nitrogen that work together to convert organic matter into valuable nutrients for your crops. This process improves carbon cycling in your soil, promoting a healthier soil ecosystem and increasing nutrient availability for your plants. BW Meltdown aims to support higher yields and overall crop health.

More Than Just Residue Management

While BW Meltdown does help with residue breakdown, its primary benefit for Minnesota farmers is its ability to make existing nutrients in your soil more accessible to your crops. This is especially crucial when planning to reduce P and K applications in the coming year.

The Benefits of BW Meltdown:

• Increasing nutrient value-per-acre by over 64% based on independent research studies
• Reducing wear and tear on tillage and planting equipment because of better soil tilth
• Minimizing hair-pinning in no-till operations

BW Meltdown doesn't just break down residue; it improves overall soil structure and tilth. This means softer soil that's easier on your equipment. Plus, recent trials have shown that it can be applied in spring along with herbicides, adding flexibility to your operation.

Nutrient Availability in Action: Real Results

To be clear, we're not advocating for eliminating fertilizer. Instead, BW Meltdown offers a way to be more efficient with your fertilizer use. By enhancing nutrient availability, you may be able to maintain or evenimprove yields while potentially reducing your fertilizer inputs. This approach can help stretch your budget without compromising crop health.

In the maps below, both fields were corn-on-corn with BW Meltdown applied in the identified areas. In the applicated areas, you can see that bushels/acre were increased and moisture levels were decreased. Please note that these maps are for 2023 fields.

Looking Ahead to 2025 and Beyond

As we prepare for 2025, remember that adapting your nutrient management strategy doesn't mean starting from scratch. It's about fine-tuning your approach to get the most out of every acre. By improving nutrient availability, you're giving your crops the best chance to thrive, even if you need to cut back on other inputs. BW Meltdown is a tool that can help you do just that, offering a path to potentially better yields and improved soil health.