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.

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.

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.

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.

Protect your corn seed investment with proper storage and handling. Keep seed cool, dry, and away from pests, chemicals, and rough handling to maintain germination and yield potential. Use sealed packaging, store above ground, and plan for timely planting. Follow these tips to preserve seed quality and ensure a strong, healthy start for your 2025 crop.

Innovation in agriculture is driven by the need for better solutions, sustainability, and efficiency. At Red Barn Enterprises, our consultants use data, science, and new technologies—like biotech and soil chemistry tools—to tackle nutrient fixation, pest stress, and more. With our Max Yield System, we help farmers grow smarter, increase ROI, and protect long-term soil health. Ready to farm differently? Partner with Red Barn today.

When is it “go time” for planting? With moisture disappearing fast, it’s tempting to rush. But Red Barn’s Matt Long shares a simple 1–10 trick to help you make the right call. Hint: if it’s not an 8 or above, it’s a NO-GO. Don’t let pressure from neighbors push you into poor conditions—high yields start with smart planting.

Your 2024 planting success starts now. This week on the blog, I challenge you to rethink early vs. late planting, stop chasing the long-term forecast, and use mixed maturity to your advantage—all while staying rooted in the four key principles: soil conditions, seed placement, seed quality, and hybrid selection. Red Barn is here to help you take control of your planting plan

Did you know 100% of your max yield potential is set the moment your planter hits the field? In this week’s blog, we break down the four key planting factors that impact your bottom line: soil conditions, seed placement, seed quality, and hybrid selection. If you’re serious about maximizing yield, it starts at planting—and Red Barn is here to help you get it right.