The Crop Progress reports by NASS have started back. Continue reading at CropProg-04-05-2016.
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Apr
2016
Category Archives: Corn
04
Apr
2016
Ryegrass Control POST Options in Corn
04
Apr
2016
We will clearly have some ryegrass not controlled by the time corn emerges in a few fields. So what are the options if ryegrass is present in emerged corn? Continue reading
22
Mar
2016
Ryegrass Escapes at Corn Planting Time
22
Mar
2016
It is clear we have a fairly widespread problem with ryegrass escaping burndowns this spring. I have received many calls on glyphosate completely missing ryegrass and indeed here at Jackson we have seen the same thing. Continue reading
18
Mar
2016
Cutworms, corn, and in-furrow insecticides
18
Mar
2016
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
17
Mar
2016
Corn Herbicide Premixes: PRE Emergence Applied Considerations
17
Mar
2016
There is a new premix for corn being marketed in Tennessee. It is called Acuron. I have had several calls about it recently and have found that, like almost all the corn premixes, there is some confusion about what is in it. Continue reading
11
Mar
2016
When should I terminate my cover crop?
11
Mar
2016
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.
03
Mar
2016
Corn Burndown Considerations: Ryegrass and Horseweed
03
Mar
2016
I often get calls this time of year with questions on burning down horseweed or henbit before corn planting that will likely start in 30 to 40 days. Continue reading
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Feb
2016
2015 Planted Acreage for Corn, Cotton, Grain Sorghum, Soybeans, and Wheat in Tennessee by County
24
Feb
2016
A new publication has been released detailing the 2015 planted acreage for corn, cotton, grain sorghum, soybeans, and wheat in Tennessee by County. To review this publication go to 2015 Planted Acreage in Tennessee.