Ryegrass was a major issue last spring. For managing GR ryegrass, it is best to do it as early as practical and utilize a clethodim + glyphosate tankmix. This tankmix needs to be applied at least 30 days ahead of corn planting to use a clethodim rate that has any chance of controlling well established ryegrass. Continue reading
Recent Updates
Lily Weed Family Burndown
There have been questions on control of wild garlic, grape hyacinth and in a few cases, star-of-Bethlehem. These three weeds, in the Lily family, are often mistaken for each other as they all derive from bulbs and are low-growing perennials. Continue reading
Mid-South Agricultural Trade Show
Come join us in Memphis at the Trade Conference, hosted by the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show
Looking for a Podcast? – Check these out
Ready to learn something while driving down the road or riding the tractor? Try out one of these podcasts … Continue reading
Scabinar – learn about the best fungicides to protect your wheat
The upcoming webinar, “Scabinar”, on March 13, is from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM central time. This year’s Scabinar will focus primarily on fungicides for management of FHB Continue reading
Converting Between Mehlich 1 and 3 Soil Test Values for West Tennessee Soils
Most of the commercial and state soil testing laboratories in and around Tennessee use and prescribe fertilizer recommendations based on Mehlich 3 soil test extraction method. Most growers may receive soil test results from laboratories that utilizes Mehlich 3 soil test extraction method. However, The University of Tennessee gives fertilizer recommendations based on the Mehlich 1 extractant. This makes it difficult for growers to take advantage of The University of Tennessee fertilizer recommendations. Currently, the Mehlich 1 and 3 conversion equations used in TN were derived from the University of Kentucky, which were based on Kentucky soils (Table 1). Continue reading
2023 Top Bean Contest Winners
Thanks to all the agents and producers who entered the 2023 TN Top Soybean Yield Contest sponsored by Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board. There were over 50 producers across TN who participated in the 2023 contest. See the winners below!
For more information, please contact your local County Extension office. Notice of Intent for the 2024 Yield Contest are due in early September.
Complete contest rules and forms are available at your County Extension Office
Cotton Focus TODAY (Wednesday) Feb 7th at 8AM at WTREC
The 2024 Cotton Focus Event is TODAY, Wednesday, Feb. 7th starting at 8AM. We have a great lineup of speakers. CCA, Master Row Crop, and Commercial Applicator Points will be available. Lunch will be provided by Tulum. Please find a copy of the agenda below. Look forward to seeing you there!