22
Aug
2016
Category Archives: Fertility
30
Jul
2016
Red leaves in cotton: Causes and implications
30
Jul
2016
Tyson Raper, Heather Kelly and Frank Yin
Observing canopy characteristics during the growing season is a good way to understand the plant’s response to its environment. Occasionally, portions of the canopy may develop reddish-purple or red tones. The synthesis of anthocyanin, the pigment which typically causes the reddening, is commonly increased after leaves are exposed to light following multiple abiotic and biotic stresses. Continue reading
25
Jul
2016
Pesticide Points and CEUs at Milan No-Till Field Day
25
Jul
2016
Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification Points can be obtained in C1, C10 and C12. Seven points will be available in each category. A total of 13 Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Units will also be available. See the complete breakdown here.
06
Jul
2016
Updated sulfur recommendations for cotton
06
Jul
2016
Tyson Raper and Frank Yin
ARTICLE OVERVIEW
- Sulfur deficiencies are starting to show up this year in TN cotton.
- Deficiencies appear as uniform chlorosis of new growth, slight stunting
- Soil applied applications of ammonium sulfate can still remedy the deficiency
- Late season deficiencies can be addressed with (2) applications of magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)
- UT currently recommends 10 lb S per ac for cotton
Sulfur (S) deficiencies are beginning to appear in some West TN cotton fields. The image above was taken last week at Ames Plantation in a trial conducted by Dr. Frank Yin. Although the soils at that location (Collins fine sandy loam) are coarser than our typical silt loam, I was surprised to see such a strong response to the nutrient by Continue reading
05
Jul
2016
Reminder – Soybean Scout Schools in July
05
Jul
2016
UT’s Soybean Scout Schools are scheduled in July for the dates and locations below. The programs are supported by the Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board and include basic information about crop development, scouting procedures, and Continue reading
04
Jul
2016
Managing cotton plant growth in 2016
04
Jul
2016
Many fields in West TN reached first flower well-before the 4th. I wouldn’t be surprised if over half of our acres will be blooming by the end of the week. With rain and warm temperatures in the forecast, expect very rapid plant growth in areas which have adequate moisture as we move into flowering. For those who have not applied an early shot of a plant growth regulator (PGR), you should consider doing so very soon. Several points should be considered when attempting to regulate growth in 2016. Continue reading
19
May
2016
Milan No-Till Field Day Set for July 28
19
May
2016
MILAN, Tenn. – UT AgResearch will host the Milan No-Till Crop Production Field Day on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the AgResearch and Education Center at Milan. The event will offer 40 research-based presentations. Sessions will cover best management strategies for no-till crop production, including nutrient enhancement, water use, new technologies in pest control and advancements in plant breeding.
The event is free and open to the public. Gates open at 6 a.m. Presentations and an agricultural industry trade show begin at 7 a.m. The field day will conclude at 2 p.m.
A schedule, a list of presentation topics, and information on pesticide recertification points as well as Certified Crop Advisor CEUs are available at http://milan.tennessee.edu/MNTFD. Individuals are also encouraged to follow the event on social media platforms using the hashtag #MilanNoTill.
24
Apr
2016
Cotton Planting Forecast
24
Apr
2016
I’ve spoken with several who planted a few fields last week. Soils have been a little cooler than we would prefer but it was hard to keep the planter at the shop with 60+ degree soil temperatures at 3” at 8 AM with warm temperatures in the forecast. Moisture is currently not hard to find in most areas given you caught some of the showers Continue reading