Efficacy of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA) products as an alternative fertilizer source for field corn

Farmer: Larry Dyck

Farm: Campden

Region: West

Publish Date: October 10, 2025

Article Type: Research Project

Research Priorities: Soil Health 

Larry combined alternative fertilizers with synthetic nitrogen sources for field corn production in order to determine the yield and economics, relative to synthetic fertilizers alone.

  • Larry’s results showed that yields decreased when he used the mix of alternative and synthetic fertilizers.
  • Although there was some cost savings with the treatment protocols, the cost savings per acre could not justify the yield decrease compared to synthetic fertilizers alone.
  • Overall, Larry’s trial demonstrates the power of farmer-led research for testing products for your own farm.