General Comments: Much of this article is a blend and update of two articles written last year. Let me start by suggesting there are a lot of negatives and few positives of planting wheat prior to October in Tennessee. Continue reading
Soybean rust has been found in the Giles County soybean sentinel plot at very low level – 1 leaflet out of 37 had approximately 20 sporulating pustules. All other sentinel plots are still negative for soybean rust. Continue reading
As crop harvest for 2013 has started in earnest, planning and cropping decisions shift to the 2014 crop. With wheat seeding just around the corner, the 2014 crop plan has started. Continue reading
It seems like a good time to make a few points using data that was collected today from insecticide efficacy trials done at the WTREC in Jackson. Although insect problems in soybean are not widespread, there continues to be a few reports of stink bugs, green cloverworm, and soybean loopers in some fields. Continue reading
Because UT’s Cotton Specialist position is currently vacant, I encourage you to make full use of other resources, including experts from nearby universities. Continue reading
As reported by NASS on September 9, 2013
HOT, DRY WEATHER CONTINUED
It was another hot, dry week this past week with 6.5 days suitable for field work. The cotton crop has responded well to these conditions, although development remained two weeks behind average. All crops were rated in good-to-excellent condition. Corn has begun to dry down with moisture levels reported in the 20-25% range. Continue reading
Predictably, insect populations are increasing in some soybean fields. Although there are no widespread problems, there are enough to justify vigilant scouting of late planted soybean fields. Continue reading
Kudzu bugs were found in low numbers on kudzu in both Fayette and Haywood Counties this week. The presence of kudzu bugs was also confirmed in Moore County earlier this week. Continue reading