Crop Production
USDA reports this week it expects more than 9 million acres of prevent plant for 2020. This comes during a time when the department is calling for record yields for the corn and soybean crops.
If you start to notice more stress in your plants, especially corn, check for spider mites with a magnifying glass. If left unchecked, they can kill leaves and reduce photosynthetic capabilities of plants.
With corn pollination over for much of the crop, it’s time to start scouting for ear count and pollination success. In some areas, drought, wind and other challenges might mean ear counts are lower than expected.
The basis of yield starts with genetics. Scientists use advanced systems to improve genetics rapidly and target specific defenses for the changing agricultural landscape.
Wheat harvest is kicking off in major wheat growing areas, while wrapping up in the South. As combines roll, growers are facing below break-even prices, even with the recent Chinese buying spree.
It takes 10 to 12 years and around $300 million to bring a new pesticide, including herbicides, fungicides or insecticides, to market.
Bayer has withdrawn a motion to settle lawsuits related to its Roundup herbicide after the judge in the case questioned provisions of the agreement that would have created a scientific review panel.
Manufacturers are seeking 2021 registration, meanwhile off-target damage is reaching high levels. According to experts, Iowa is seeing the most extensive damage since the 1960s when the herbicide was first introduced.
As weed escapes seem to become more prevalent, and the debate over herbicides continues to run rampant, John Phipps thinks the best weed fighting tool may come in the form of iron.
John Phipps says until recently, the idea of reviving ways to idle acres was looking less unthinkable. With growing crop supplies, the revival of a set-aside program is now entering the conversation again.
With a decision still reverberating through farm country, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit vacated three over-the-top dicamba registrations. Now, plaintiffs have set their sights on Enlist Duo herbicide.
As farmers wait for the 9th Circuit Court’s next move, plaintiffs in the dicamba case say EPA going against the court and issuing its own guidance proves EPA is working for chemical companies, not farmers.
Today on Farm Journal Live: the latest on the court decision rescinding the label for dicamba from Sonja Begemann and Ken Ferrie and an update on China trade from Senator Chuck Grassley.
On the heels of the decision to remove registrations for Engenia, FeXapan and XtendiMax herbicides, states—and ultimately, farmers are waiting for EPA to provide guidance.
Meteorologist Cindi Clawson says her 30-day precipitation forecast shows moisture continuing to drop in, which is good news for crops during the heat of the growing season.
Mother Nature always allows weed seeds to find a way, even without human help. Whether it’s wind, water or even ducks and geese, weeds will find their way.
If you could improve your soil health and increase your profit at the end of the season, would you do it? Kind of a no brainer, right?
According to USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey, the May freeze was one for the record books, but slow emergence in corn could help save some of the crop from major damage.
This year, best management practices, hyper-vigilance and a zero-tolerance policy for escapes will be critical to get ahead of weed seed banks. Have a plan, and several backup plans, ready ahead of planting.
As ethanol demand declines, farmers are questioning what’s the outlook on growing corn with less demand. John Phipps answers in Customer Support.
Whether you’re building new, adding on or making do, maximize workflow.
Grains receiving good export news. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reporting a couple of flash sales on Friday. One includes 163,000 metric tons of soybeans for delivery to Mexico.
Antique tractor collectors often have a bucket list of tractors they’d like to restore. For one Missouri man, that dream came true.
The freefall in the markets could spur some relief in input prices. Input insiders look into which inputs could see a price cut and which inputs could be in short supply.
Whether you’re erecting a new shop or adding onto an old one, there are a few things you need to consider.
The flood of 2019 left major damage in Carroll County, Mo. It didn’t just flood 66,000 acres, but the water caused three major levee breaches that one local community spent all winter repairing.
Is the monarch butterfly population on the rise or is it declining? John Phipps takes a look at not only the population, but migration, of butterflies.
The Conservation Legacy Award is a national program designed to recognize the outstanding environmental and conservation achievement of soybean farmers, which helps produce more sustainable U.S. soybeans.
Farm Journal and the U.S. Hemp Growers Association want to help you get on the right production path at their Hemp College on March 25 in Lubbock, Texas.
The 60 second advertisement will highlight the 6 for 6-Pack program that means every 6-pack of beer purchased helps transition six square feet of farmland to organic production.