The Tennessee Top Bean soybean yield contest sponsored by the TN Soybean Promotion board and coordinated by UT Extension is open for entries now until September 2nd for the 2022 season. Continue reading
All posts by Angela McClure, Extension Corn and Soybean Specialist
Weather and Corn Nitrogen
Recent rains are welcome in parts of middle and east TN where moisture was running short, however heavy and frequent rains continue to visit west TN, making field operations very difficult. Continue reading
Corn Planting Windows of Opportunity
A recent Ag poll indicated 80% of respondents felt they were behind on planting this spring. No surprise in Tennessee, as farmers once again take advantage of a small window for planting at the end of April ahead of more rain. Continue reading
UT Grain Conference Info Available on Web
Attendance at the West TN Grain and Soybean Producer’s Conference was severely impacted by the weather in February. Continue reading
Variable Soil Temperature and Wet Conditions for Corn
March has been a weather roller coaster coming off a weekend with arctic chilling temperatures and snow into more typical spring conditions. Continue reading
Dyersburg Grain Conference Still On for Thursday Feb 3
The West TN Grain Conference will be held on Thursday, Feb 3rd with a revised program that will allow attendees to return home earlier in the day. Attendees are advised to use their best judgement when traveling, as some areas may have more or less freezing rain and accumulation. Parking at the fairgrounds is likely to be muddy due to recent rains.
Registration will begin at 7:45 am with presentations starting at 9 am. The conference will wrap up at noon followed by a rib and chicken meal that can be eaten on-site in the Armory building or taken to-go. Travel safely, and we hope to see you in Dyersburg!!
Pre-registration Option for Upcoming Grain Conferences
Pre-register now to avoid waiting in line at two upcoming grain conferences in Tullahoma and Dyersburg scheduled for next week. Continue reading
In-person Grain Conferences Planned for 2022
Happy New Year!! The University of Tennessee will host three in-person grain and soybean conferences during 2022 and preregistration is currently ongoing. Continue reading