At Midwestern BioAg®, our mission is to help farmers improve crop yields, profitability, and sustainability through healthier soils. That’s why we say: Better Farming Through Better Soil®. Over the past six months, our agronomy team has been in fields across the Midwest, gathering data, validating solutions, and helping farmers adapt to a stretch of seasons defined by weather extremes.
From drought to flooding to this year’s heat and evapotranspiration stress, we’ve seen farming systems pushed to their limits. Yet in the toughest conditions, soil health–driven approaches continue to prove their value. The past season’s research and farmer results reinforce that Bio-Cal®, Bio-Gel®, and TerraNu® are delivering measurable agronomic and economic benefits where it matters most.
Bio-Cal®: Reducing Compaction and Restoring Balance
Research from our collaboration with EarthOptics advanced soil mapping technologies has shown that multi-year applications of Bio-Cal® reduce compaction in the root zone and improve the air-to-water balance critical for strong plant development. Agronomically, this matters because reduced compaction improves infiltration, root exploration, and nutrient availability — all essential for stabilizing yield in both wet and dry years.
Fall is a great time to apply Bio-Cal® to achieve maximum results for next year’s crop. Apply at 500 to a 1,000 lbs. per acre depending on your soil’s needs.
Bio-Gel®: Strengthening Crops Against Stress
On-farm trials with Bio-Gel® RootSurge™ and Bio-Gel® NSurge™ this spring highlighted its ability to support early root and stem growth. Agronomists observed thicker stalks, deeper rooting, and more uniform stands — traits that predict stronger yield potential. The science behind this result is Bio-Gel’s impact on osmotic regulation and nutrient efficiency, helping plants conserve energy and maintain vigor even as soils experienced stressful conditions such as drought in the high plains or wetness in the corn belt.
If you are looking to enhance your in-furrow applications, apply Bio-Gel RootSurge at 2 quarts per acre with your standard starter program. To enhance your Nitrogen Use Efficiency, apply Bio-Gel NSurge at 2 quarts per acre with any UAN application.
TerraNu®: Nutrition with a Biological Advantage
This season’s field results have reinforced what our agronomy team has long understood: TerraNu® feeds both the crop and the soil biology. Its carbon-based, low-salt impact formulation drives nutrient cycling, which not only supports standability and test weight but also builds long-term soil resilience. For farmers looking ahead to fall fertility, TerraNu® is a proven option to supply nutrients efficiently while improving soil function for the next season.
TerraNu® K+ is your go to potash replacement this fall to enhance potassium availability. Apply TerraNu® K+ at 80-100% of standard potash rates to achieve maximum results.
From Research to Action
The last six months have shown that soil-centric solutions deliver resilience under pressure. The agronomic principle is simple: when soils function better, crops withstand stress and yields stabilize. The research and results back it up — Bio-Cal®, Bio-Gel®, and TerraNu® are helping farmers turn challenges into opportunities.
Our team is ready to partner with you in building next season’s strategy. At Midwestern BioAg, we know that the key to long-term success is Better Farming Through Better Soil.