Category Archives: Corn

14 Apr 2016

Cover Crops: Planting Green

14 Apr 2016
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Planting Soybeans in Green CoverThere have been a lot of questions this spring about planting into green cover crops. We have conducted a fair amount of research on this at Jackson and through trial and error we have found that planting into a green cover crop can be done effectively. Controlling and properly managing the cover crop are the most important things to consider when planting in a green cover (termination 0-7 days prior to planting). Less than complete control of your cover can cause stunting or stand loss of cash crop. Continue reading →

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06 Apr 2016

Will We Farm Every Acre in 2016?

06 Apr 2016
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In tough economic times, producers review their cost structure to determine what crops are profitable. In a year like 2016, some farmers are going a step further and looking at each individual field to decide what is the best option for that particular farm. On land that is deemed to be more marginal, what is the best option? Should that ground even be farmed? Could it be enrolled in CRP for a greater return? Read the following article for more considerations on this topic: Will We Farm Every Acre in 2016

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18 Mar 2016

Cutworms, corn, and in-furrow insecticides

18 Mar 2016
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As we approach corn planting time, I’ve had several questions related to cutworm management and/or the use of in-furrow insecticides.  I’ve written about this subject before (https://news.utcrops.com/2015/03/is-it-too-early-to-think-about-cutworms/).

Although cutworms are not a common problem on most acres, they can sneak up on you. The suggested treatment threshold for cutworms is when 5% or more of plants are damaged or 2 or more larvae are found per 100 plants. However, I often recommend a Continue reading →

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11 Mar 2016

When should I terminate my cover crop?

11 Mar 2016
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As planting nears, people are beginning to decide how and when to terminate their cover crop.  Cover crops are utilized for many reasons.  However with respect to weed suppression, cover crops should be managed “crop specifically”, not unlike how we think of PRE herbicides.  Factors that go into this decision will include cover crop specie(s), what the following crop is, and the size/stage of the cover crop. 

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