Peanut Trial Results

Others · Sayre, Ok

Trial goals

  • Assess UpTerra technology performance in peanut crops

Trial Setup

  • A split-field design was used to compare the agronomic performance of UpTerra®-treated peanuts and untreated peanuts. 
  • The treated field received irrigation water treated with UpTerra technology. The control field used standard irrigation water. All other production practices remained consistent between control and treated fields. During the trial, it was observed that the treated field was using water more efficiently, resulting in less irrigation water being applied.
  • Control and treated areas were harvested separately, and the buying point data captured average yield and quality metrics.

Trial Results

The following results were observed in the UpTerra-treated field compared to the control field: 

  • Nearly $40/acre increased income due to improved crop quality
  • Improved crop quality
    • 16.5% more sound mature kernels (SMK)
    • 77% less overall kernel damage 
  • 955,950 fewer gallons of irrigation water applied (4.7% less irrigation)

Quality Results

Based on peanut grading data, the UpTerra-treated crop showed 77% less overall kernel damage compared to the control. 

SMKSSSMK+SSTotal Damage
Treatment68.6%6.4%74.9%0.24%
Control58.9%11.7%70.7%1.05%
% Change16.5%-45.3%5.9%-77.1%

Water Use Results

The UpTerra-treated crop improved crop quality with nearly 5% less irrigation water applied.

Gallons of Water Applied
Treatment19,332,263
Control20,288,213
% Change-4.7%

Key Trial Takeaways

  • The results indicate that UpTerra technology has a positive impact on peanut quality, soil moisture and overall profitability potential.
  • Even with almost 5% less water applied, the UpTerra-treated crop maintained its productivity and produced higher-quality peanuts. This resulted in a $40/acre increase in crop value for the grower. 
  • This trial suggests that TerraFlow can help peanut growers achieve higher-quality crops and improved water-use efficiency, enhancing their overall profitability potential. 

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