The Huma Gro Farmer Podcast: Episode 5—Interview With Dan Hilger

October 23, 2019 By

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In Episode 5 of The Huma Gro Farmer podcast, we interview Nebraska farmer Dan Hilger, who has been using Huma Gro® products on his farm for the past 30+ years. Dan talks about his popcorn growing and distribution operation, his approach to developing and maintaining soil health, and his experience with using rye as a cover crop.

Link to The Banner Press article about Dan Hilger: Bellwood area farmer doesn’t mind taking a less conventional route

Link to Website for Hilger Agri/Natural Popcorn

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Rye: A Popcorn Farmer’s Experience with Cover Crops

September 23, 2019 By

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Dan Hilger in his 2nd year growing rye, May 2015

An Interview with Nebraska Farmer Dan Hilger

By Jael Batty

Nebraska farmer Dan Hilger recently incorporated rye into his corn and soybean crop rotation. Cover crops are a natural addition to Dan’s farming methods, which include minimum tillage and biostimulant inputs (Huma Gro® products). These practices increase soil health, reduce pest and weed pressure, and diversify his income.

In the following interview, we discuss the popcorn farmer’s rye growing practices. Continue reading

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Popcorn Farmer Combats Current Farming Challenges

September 23, 2019 By

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Daniel Hilger at the Nebraska State Fair

An Interview with Nebraska Farmer Dan Hilger

By Jael Batty

Popcorn grower Dan Hilger fights weeds, erosion, flooding, and low commodity prices with an innovative approach that improves his soil health.

The Nebraska farmer applies Huma Gro® products (biostimulants) to his soil to increase soil organic matter. Organic matter stimulates soil biology to break down nutrients and minerals for plant uptake. This keeps Hilger’s crops healthy enough that they naturally resist disease and insect pressure.

In addition to using biostimulants, the popcorn grower has been protecting his crops and the environment by practicing minimum tillage and growing rye cover crops.

In the following interview, we discuss the Nebraska farmer’s innovative approach and the influence that has led him to his current farm methods. Continue reading.

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