http://www.agweb.com/blogs/ Get expert agronomic advice from local Channel Seedsmen anytime, anywhere at AgWeb's Seeds of Success section. Issues include weed management, corn root worm, handling drought conditions and much more. AgWeb.comhttp://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/winter/Winter field management is key when preparing for planting season. If not properly managed, weeds can overtake a field during this time making it extremely difficult to maintain a clean field come planting season. Dave Haines, Technical Agronomist for the Channel® brand, explained that winter field [...]Channel SeedsmanFri, 25 Jan 2013 11:37:00 GMT29207http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/importance_of_cover_crops/Planting a cover crop has been an agricultural practice for centuries and can be a good option for managing overall soil health and environmental sustainability. A cover crop is implemented to benefit the soil and is not intended to be harvested as a cash crop.Channel SeedsmanFri, 25 Jan 2013 16:26:00 GMT29213http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/planning_next_years_harvest/In planning for the 2013 crop year, farmers in southern Illinois, Indiana and western Kentucky have been asking how to improve yield potential. We have compiled some of the most common questions and talked with Dave Haines, Technical Agronomist for Channel, about best management practices for the up [...]Channel SeedsmanFri, 25 Jan 2013 16:58:00 GMT29215http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/spring_planting_prep/Planting season is right around the corner and with that comes preparation. Kirk Greenwell, Channel® Seedsman in Kentucky, explains how Channel Seedsmen can help farmers understand product selection and planting timing to help maximize the potential for high yields.Channel SeedsmanThu, 21 Feb 2013 11:10:00 GMT29442http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/planning_for_planting_yield_maps/For a successful harvest, it is recommend to begin planting season with a pre-arranged plan. It is recommended to utilize all resources available, which includes yield maps. Kirk Greenwell, Channel® Seedsman in Kentucky, explains how yield maps play an important role in planning for planting. Starti [...]Channel SeedsmanTue, 26 Feb 2013 14:10:00 GMT29489http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/field_tips_for_farmers_after_a_drought/Luke Cole, Channel® Agronomist in Illinois, understands the concerns expressed by growers about farming strategies following a drought year. He believes that farmers should not make any drastic changes to their management tactics. Channel SeedsmanFri, 08 Mar 2013 14:12:00 GMT29588http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/spring_is_weed_control_time/Now is a good time to start thinking about weed control. Once weeds appear, they can take over and can ruin a good crop in a hurry. It is time to think about your herbicide options for this growing season. This includes a residual to help to control tough weeds, while helping to protect your yiel [...]Channel SeedsmanTue, 12 Mar 2013 09:47:00 GMT29612http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/trying_to_optimize_nitrogen/Trying to optimize nitrogen (N) applications to maximize yield potential and profitability is a conversation about risk. In a perfect world, we could predict the weather and input prices, and have unlimited resources for supplies, labor, and equipment. Channel SeedsmanFri, 15 Mar 2013 15:49:00 GMT29643http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/herbicide_burndown_reminders_–_getting_a_clean_start/Tips related to burndown herbicide applications are explained. These include benefits, timing, rate, residual herbicides, AMS and crop safety. Channel SeedsmanTue, 09 Apr 2013 19:11:00 GMT29881http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/when_is_the_size_and_shape_of_the_corn_seed_you_plant_likely_to_affect_yield_potential/Have you ever wondered if the size and shape of the corn seed you plant affects the potential yield at harvest time? Well, genetically, seed size and shape are not related to yield potential. . Research from 1937 through recent years has resulted in the same basic conclusions: seed size does not aff [...]Channel SeedsmanThu, 18 Apr 2013 15:03:00 GMT29955http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/channel_seedsman_alleviates_grower_concerns_with_field_check_up_series/Don’t have the time or manpower to monitor all of your growing operations day after day? Are there various areas in your fields that don’t produce as expected year after year? Channel Seedsman, Ty Vaughn, has some advice to help remedy these issues as he discusses grower concerns and the Field Check [...]Channel SeedsmanFri, 10 May 2013 14:54:00 GMT30133http://www.agweb.com/topproducer/blog/seeds_of_success/recognizing_nutrient_deficiency_symptoms_in_soybeans/Nutrient deficiency is one of many factors that can affect soybean plant growth and development throughout the growing season. Soybean plant age, environmental conditions, and soybean product selection can all impact the nutrient deficiency symptoms you may observe in the field. Channel SeedsmanFri, 17 May 2013 15:41:00 GMT30199