Welcome to the April Edition of the Stenon News for Agriculture Experts!
In this month’s update, we’re bringing you stories from the field and the latest on how Stenon technology is helping farmers make smarter, more sustainable decisions.
You’ll find highlights from our recent case study in Brazil showing a 58% reduction in nitrogen use, updates to the WebApp that make managing farms and VRA zones even easier, and a look at how our partnerships with Lavoro Agro and Eurasia Group are making a real impact on the ground. Plus, our Reading Tips section explores how nitrogen reduction is gaining global momentum—and how Stenon is helping lead the way.
Let’s dive in.
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We’re pleased to share the latest case study from Fazenda Nossa Senhora da Conceição in São Manuel, Brazil. By using Stenon’s real-time soil analysis technology, the farm was able to reduce nitrogen fertilizer use by 58%—all while maintaining healthy crop development.
Through real-time data insights, the team implemented a more precise nutrition strategy, leading to substantial cost savings and more efficient input use. This success highlights the potential of precision agriculture to improve both profitability and sustainability in modern farming.
This is just the first phase of the study. The final yield results will be published after the harvest, and we look forward to sharing the full impact soon.
Stay tuned for more insights as we continue supporting growers on their path to smarter, more efficient agriculture.
Read the full article here.
What’s new on the product side?
We’ve rolled out two new updates to the Stenon WebApp to make farm management and fertilization planning even more efficient.
Smarter Farm Navigation
Managing a long list of farms just got easier. With the new search and sorting features in the farm list, users can now quickly find a farm by name using typeahead search. No more scrolling through dozens—or even hundreds—of entries. Plus, farms are now sorted by year, so the most recent ones appear first, helping you stay focused on what matters most right now.
Greater Control Over VRA Zones
For our users in Brazil, fertilizer amounts per VRA zone are now fully customizable. This means you can manually adjust the fertilizer quantity each zone receives—ideal for those following more precise fertilization strategies. It’s a powerful step toward optimizing input use and getting the best yield from every part of your field.
Both updates are designed to save time and help you work with more accuracy and control. We’ll keep building tools that make your day-to-day easier and your decisions even smarter.
The results of the first season in 2025 with Lavoro Agro
We’re thrilled to share an exciting update from our exclusive partnership with Lavoro Agro, spanning the state of Paraná and selected regions of Mato Grosso.
Together, our teams successfully completed measurements for the first season of the year—an impressive achievement! In Mato Grosso, more than 25,000 hectares were measured, focusing primarily on corn and cotton. Meanwhile, in Paraná, over 8,000 hectares were covered, with corn and wheat as the key crops.
Thanks to real-time soil data and tailored fertilizer recommendations, Lavoro’s customers were able to fine-tune their nutrition strategies, reduce fertilizer costs, and ensure strong crop performance throughout the season.
We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together and look forward to reconnecting with farmers in Paraná and Mato Grosso next season!
New customer’s feedback from Kazakhstan
In collaboration with Eurasia Group, Stenon’s technology is now actively supporting farmers across Kazakhstan and Northern Kyrgyzstan.
One of the early adopters, Baitas Abzalovich, shared his experience in a short video you can watch here. After attending several workshops organized by Eurasia Group in 2023—where the latest digital tools in agriculture were presented—he saw the potential of Stenon’s FarmLab and integrated it into his operation.
His goal was to boost yield, and FarmLab played a key role. By measuring soil conditions in real time between crop cycles, he was able to apply additional fertilizer precisely when and where it was needed, supporting healthier crops and improving overall yield.
We’re proud to see how our solutions are helping farmers around the world make more informed decisions and achieve better results.
Want to learn more? Get in touch to see how Stenon can support your farm.
Agricultural news spanning the globe
Nitrogen fertilizer plays a vital role in crop production, but its overuse is a growing concern due to its significant contribution to greenhouse gas emissions—particularly nitrous oxide, a gas with nearly 300 times the warming potential of CO₂.
This insightful article highlights how improved nitrogen management can not only cut emissions but also open doors to carbon markets, where farmers could earn additional income through carbon offset credits. It’s a promising opportunity for the agricultural sector to contribute to climate goals while boosting profitability.
In Germany, the federal government has set a target to reduce the nitrogen surplus to below 70 kg per hectare by 2030. However, some experts believe this goal doesn’t go far enough, and current policy measures may not be sufficient. The debate underscores the need for more effective tools and technologies to help farmers meet environmental standards without sacrificing productivity.
Meanwhile, in Brazil, a study by Embrapa reveals that sugarcane cultivation has already made a major impact. Over the past 20 years, it has sequestered nearly 196 million tons of CO₂—equivalent to planting 1.4 billion trees. Reducing nitrogen use further in crops like sugarcane could help sugarcane mills cut emissions related to urea, a commonly used nitrogen fertilizer, and enhance Brazil’s role in meeting its climate commitments.
At Stenon, we’ve seen how real-time soil data can be a game changer. Our technology has proven that farmers can reduce nitrogen fertilizer input by up to 20%—without compromising crop health or yield. In regions like the São Paulo state of Brazil, where sugarcane is a key crop, access to accurate nitrogen data can be a powerful lever for both sustainability and performance.
Contact us today to learn more how your business can benefit from Stenon’s technology.
About Stenon
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Potsdam, Germany, Stenon GmbH is the global leader in real-time digital soil data. Our innovative device, FarmLab, provides essential soil insights to optimize yields, improve soil health, and reduce input costs. Designed for input retailers, machinery dealers, agricultural consultants, and food producers, we empower businesses to drive efficiency, sustainability, and success across the agricultural value chain.
More about Stenon at www.stenon.io