# 378: Want Better Yields? Start With The Basics

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Podcast: [A Better Way To Farm Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-better-way-to-farm-podcast-1167133)
Published: 2026-07-21T12:00:35+00:00
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## Resource

There are no shortcuts to building a profitable farm. The biggest gains often come from understanding your soil, making smarter decisions, and improving a little every season. In this episode, a Minnesota farmer discuss the lessons he learned from years of testing, field trials, and education. From breaking compaction and improving soil health to fine-tuning nitrogen, tissue testing, and late-season nutrition, we explain why strong fundamentals continue to outperform guesswork. What You'll Learn: Why healthy soil is the foundation of higher yields How split nutrient applications improve crop performance Why soil and tissue testing remove the guesswork Key Takeaways! 🌱 Remove limiting factors before expecting higher yields. 🚜 The best farms aren't built on one product. They're built on knowledge, consistency, and a willingness to keep learning.

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