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Crop Progress – Summarized from NASS

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As reported by NASS on August 5, 2013

 ROW CROP CONDITIONS REMAIN OUTSTANDING

Going into August, row crops are rated in mostly good-to-excellent condition. Tennessee’s first snapshot that translates these condition ratings into yield and production prospects for these crops will be released at 11:00 A.M on Monday August 12. Continue reading


Crop Progress – Summarized from NASS

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As reported by NASS on July 22, 2013

 CROPS STILL IN MOSTLY GOOD CONDITION

Scattered showers were the norm last week. These damp conditions led to some negative effects on tobacco, tomatoes and melons. Tobacco and cotton were rated mostly in fair-to-good condition. Corn and soybeans were rated in good-to-excellent condition. Continue reading


Southwestern Corn Borer Moth Flight in Earnest

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Crop Progress – Summarized from NASS

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As reported by NASS on July 15, 2013

 

 LATEST WHEAT HARVEST IN SIXTEEN YEARS FINALLY FINISHED

This past week farmers finished the wheat harvest. This season marks the latest wheat harvest since 1997, which tied this date with 98 percent harvested. Soybean planting was also wrapped up this past week, but soybean progress is about 2 weeks behind the 5 year average. Continue reading


Southwestern Corn Borers on the Rise

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SWCB Larva
SWCB Larva

Moth traps (see Quick Links menu) indicated a small upswing in catches of southwestern corn borer moths this past week.  Expect a much sharper increase in some areas next week as the second generation really kicks off.  The reality is that the vast majority of non-Bt fields in the state will not have substantial corn borer infestations.  But some non-Bt corn fields will be at risk.  Below are some points to consider if you are in an area with chronic SWCB problems or moth trapping during the first generation indicated the potential for problems in your area. Continue reading


Crop Progress – Summarized from NASS

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As reported by NASS on July 1, 2013

2013 CROPS IN GOOD SHAPE COMING INTO JULY

This past week was a peculiar one in regards to weather conditions, marked by spotted showers across the state. On average, farmers had five-and-a-half days suitable for field activity. Many farmers were active harvesting the wheat crop, with harvest jumping 39 percent from the previous week. Heavy wheat stands led to thick stubble which had to be burned in order for soybeans to be planted. Continue reading