But some investors may find the 7 percent or better yield on the notes attractive.

At the same time, better yield management software offers the industry an important opportunity.

"You have a much better yield now in the recruitment process," he said.

New seeds have been developed with better yield and disease fighting capability.

Farmers select plants with better yield, taste, and nutritional value.

"It is important to note this increase was primarily the results of better yields," said Noss.

All they have to do is wait to be shown increasingly better yields.

That better yield would help offset some losses as bond prices fall.

"We'll see what works over the next year and shift our investments for better yield."

Investors who buy in bulk can get better yields.