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Fueling Your Fertility & Biological Plan
In this episode of Stalk Talk, we’re digging into how soil testing fuels your fertility and biological plan. From conventional sampling to advanced biological and DNA analysis, knowing what’s in your soil is the key to smarter fertility decisions, stronger microbial activity, and higher yield potential. Because with Axis Seed – Red Barn, we don’t guess — we grow with data.
Red Barn Enterprises
2 days ago3 min read


Tackling The Why
What if the key to lowering stress next season isn’t working harder, but planning smarter? In this episode of the EZ Ag Podcast, we’re diving into why Axis Seed, why the Max Yield System, and why early planning matters. Plus, don’t miss our October offer: free soil sampling and fertility consultations with every field enrolled in the Max Yield System with a commitment to Axis Seed. Grow Your Yield. Grow Strong. Grow Your Legacy.
Red Barn Enterprises
Oct 64 min read


Building Your Max Yield System Plan – Step 2: Dialing in the Decisions
The data is in—now it’s time to make the decisions that build yield. In this Stalk Talk, we show how to dial in your hybrid placement, fertility, and crop protection plans on a field-by-field basis to maximize ROI and reduce stress in 2026.
Red Barn Enterprises
Oct 33 min read


Innovations That Drive Yield and Profitability in 2026 and Beyond
Early crop planning is key to higher yields, stronger ROI, and less stress. In this episode of the EZ Ag Podcast, Matt Long shares why starting your 2026 crop plan now helps lock in better input pricing, maximize hybrid performance, and make data-driven decisions using soil tests and local results. Plan ahead with Axis Seed – Red Barn to grow your yield, protect profitability, and build your farm’s legacy.
Red Barn Enterprises
Sep 213 min read


Building Your Max Yield System Plan – Step 1: Start Early with Your Crop Plan
The earlier you start building your Max Yield System Plan, the more you can capture in yield and ROI. Step one is simple: create your Crop Plan. In our latest Stalk Talk, we’ll show you how this quick step lays the foundation for smarter seed, fertility, and crop protection decisions.
Red Barn Enterprises
Sep 212 min read


The Importance of Fall Soil Sampling
Fall is the ideal time to sample your soil and prepare for next season. Stable field conditions make sampling easier, and results arrive with plenty of time to plan fertility programs. You’ll see what nutrients remain after this year’s crop, and with fields accessible, all acres can be sampled at once. Fall soil sampling is a proactive, data-driven step toward higher yields and smarter input decisions.
Red Barn Enterprises
Sep 31 min read


Top 10 Reasons Why Early Planning Maximizes Yield and Reduces Stress
Early planning builds higher yields and stronger ROI. At Axis Seed – Red Barn, we help you create field-by-field crop plans using local data, hybrid performance, and soil insights to maximize profitability. Don’t wait until after harvest—start now to lock in input savings, balance your hybrid portfolio, and set your operation up for success. Grow Your Yield. Grow Strong. Grow Your Legacy.
Red Barn Enterprises
Sep 33 min read


Planning Now is the Key
Early crop planning is key to higher yields, stronger ROI, and less stress. In this episode of the EZ Ag Podcast, Matt Long shares why starting your 2026 crop plan now helps lock in better input pricing, maximize hybrid performance, and make data-driven decisions using soil tests and local results. Plan ahead with Axis Seed – Red Barn to grow your yield, protect profitability, and build your farm’s legacy.
Red Barn Enterprises
Sep 34 min read


How Local Data and Trials Improve Farm Yields and Profitability
At Axis Seed – Red Barn, we believe local data beats national averages every time. Through regional trials, advanced soil DNA testing, and field-by-field fertility and biological plans, the Max Yield System helps farmers reduce risk, boost profitability, and grow stronger yields. Your farm is unique—your plan should be too.
Red Barn Enterprises
Aug 183 min read


2026 Success Is Planned in August
August is the best time for crop planning. With fresh field insights and clear data, you can evaluate what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to change. Use the G.D.D. method, build a hybrid portfolio like a pro, and plan ahead with the Max Yield System. Axis Seed – Red Barn helps you grow more with less stress. Start your 2026 strategy now and protect next year’s yield.
Red Barn Enterprises
Aug 42 min read


August Crop Planning: Grow More with Less Stress
August is the best time to start planning for higher yields and lower stress in 2026. In this episode, Matt Long breaks down crop planning, crop protection, soil sampling, fertility, and biological strategies using the Max Yield System. Learn how to make data-driven decisions while your crop is still in the field. Don’t wait for harvest, plan now to grow more, boost ROI, and protect your farm’s future.
Red Barn Enterprises
Aug 44 min read


No Rest for the Wicked (and the Righteous Don’t Need Any)
Midseason isn’t the time to coast. In this Stalk Talk column, learn how to protect your high-potential corn crop with timely fungicide, insecticide, and foliar nutrition. Plus, get tips for building a better 2026 plan while this season’s lessons are fresh. Don’t let summer distractions steal your yield. Grow Strong with Axis Seed—because Max Yield doesn’t happen by accident.
Red Barn Enterprises
Jul 222 min read


Mid Season Moves, Maximum Impact
Protect your pollination, fine-tune irrigation, and lock in yield. In this episode of the EZ Ag Podcast, Matt Long breaks down midseason moves that matter most. Learn when to spray fungicide, why foliar feeding counts, and how to stress-proof your crop. Plus, discover how early planning with the Max Yield System sets you up for a better 2026. Don’t miss it—tune in now for actionable tips that boost corn yield and ROI.Take the next step with
Red Barn Enterprises
Jul 224 min read


Carpe Diem‒plan now, win later.
In this episode of the EZ Ag Podcast, Matt shares about the power of seizing the moment when it comes to crop planning. Learn why strategic decisions made today can drive yield success tomorrow. From engineering for results backed by real data to aligning fertility with actual yield goals, it's time to rethink your approach. He also breaks down how seed treatments are more than just an insurance policy—they’re essential contributors to maximizing your crop’s performance.
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Red Barn Enterprises
Jul 74 min read


Stress Less and Yield More
What if one simple step could reduce your stress, boost your yield, and transform your entire approach to farming? In this episode, Matt shares why a written, field-specific plan — built with the Max Yield System — is the key to confident, high-performance farming. Learn how to start planning smarter, not harder, and take the challenge to create your 2026 plan by August 15th.
Red Barn Enterprises
Jun 234 min read


Early Planning Isn’t Optional
Maximize corn yield with early planning through the Max Yield System from Axis Seed – Red Barn. Top-performing growers use this proven farm management strategy to reduce stress, improve consistency, and make data-driven decisions. Use summer to assess your operation, gather field data, and start crop planning now for a more successful season ahead. Let Red Barn help you plan for profit.
Red Barn Enterprises
Jun 231 min read


How the Max Yield System Uses Tech to Grow Your Legacy
Farming gets easier with the right system. In this episode, Matt Long explains how the Max Yield System uses tech from Axis Seed, Pivot Bio, BW Fusion, Meristem, and Lygos to help you farm smarter, not harder. From nitrogen-fixing microbes to stress-fighting polymers, it’s all about data-driven planning that builds yield—and your legacy.
Red Barn Enterprises
Apr 203 min read


How Traditional Farming Practices Are Costing You Yield — and What to Do Instead
Tradition can’t drive yield. In today’s ag landscape, success comes from smart innovation, not old habits. At Axis Seed – Red Barn, the Max Yield System helps you break the cycle of “how we’ve always done it” by partnering with cutting-edge companies like Pivot Bio, BW Fusion, Meristem, Lygos, and Axis Seed. Farm smarter, increase ROI, and build a legacy that lasts.
Red Barn Enterprises
Apr 204 min read


Top 5 Factors for High-Yield Crops in 2025: Why They Still Matter
The Top 5 Factors to Produce a Top Crop haven’t changed—because they still work. From soil conditions at planting to post-planting management, these principles drive consistent, high-yielding results. At Axis Seed – Red Barn, we help you plan and execute each step with precision. Don’t leave yield on the table—follow the Max Yield System and build your legacy one season at a time.
Red Barn Enterprises
Apr 63 min read


How to Make Farming Easier
Farming gets easier when you focus on what you can control. In this episode, Matt Long explains how the Max Yield System helps take emotion out of ag by focusing on the Top 5 Factors to Produce a Top Crop. From early planning to post-planting management, success starts with a clear plan—not luck. Tune in, simplify your strategy, and grow your yield with purpose.
Red Barn Enterprises
Apr 64 min read
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