It’s always good to get a grower perspective when it comes to new technology. Dallas Johnston farms 1,500 acres of corn and soybeans in southwest Iowa. He’s taking notes during a field station stop. You can also see that he’s got his AgWired t-shirt with him too! That was my thank you for letting me interview him.
He attends field days like this Monsanto Technology Showcase because “it’s critical.” This is what helps him better understand what’s available to him. He says it allows him to see how plants will actually perform under real life conditions. This particular farm had high winds and he’s able to see how well these plants withstood that.
When it comes to new technology like Roundup Ready 2 Yield Soybeans, he says, “Anytime you can gain a few bushels here, a few bushels there, that’s what makes the difference in our bottom lines that keeps us out there for the next year.” He likes this opportunity to see that new technology on display.
Like a lot of Iowa farmers, this season has had its weather challenges. However, Dallas is optimistic. He says things look very good, especially when you consider the early season rains and late plantings. He knows the verdict is still out but says that right now, “things look very well.”
You can listen to my interview with Dallas here: monsanto-tech-showcase-johnston-interview.mp3