All posts by Jake McNeal, Extension Corn and Soybean Specialist

Soybean Replant Decisions 2026

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Soybean replanting decisions are almost always a tough call and a subjective decision.  Unseasonably warm and dry conditions throughout the late winter and up to the present have sent planting progress well above any “average” number I can come up with.  As we wrap up the month of April, let’s take a look at some objective factors that can help inform replant decisions on beans.

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Biological Products Survey

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The Corn Outreach & Extension Network (C.O.R.N.) is a national group of Extension Corn Specialists working collaboratively to implement common protocols throughout the United States. For 2026, we are asking producers and consultants to respond to the below survey indicating which biological products they would like to see evaluated by this group.
Our objective for 2026 is to select approximately 10 products to evaluate at multiple sites and regions across the country. Here is an opportunity to voice an opinion that will impact corn research in Tennessee and throughout the U.S.
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Headed for the Finish Line for Corn in 2025

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Following a prolonged period of mid-season drought conditions, corn stalks have been drying down very quickly over the past few weeks in many areas. Monitoring kernel development during this time is critical for late-season irrigation decisions, and helps manage harvest plans and expectations.

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