Corn
Agricultural groups challenge California weed-killer warning
This NH3 calculator that will help you determine if fall application is right for you.
Commodity prices have been challenging, but according to recent projections they likely won’t get any worse.
“You invest a lot of time studying inputs like seed and chemicals, but sometimes not in drying and storage,” says Kenneth Hellevang, North Dakota State Extension agricultural engineer and professor. “It makes sense to invest as much or more time in storage to make sure you can maintain the grain we worked hard to produce.”
By partnering with Planet, aerospace and data analytics company, Farmers Edge will offer satellite images more frequently—every one to three days.
Nutrient management is costly, especially if the weather makes it hard to fully utilize things like nitrogen.
By the time mid-August rolls around, corn growers often think it’s too late in the season to adjust their crop’s nutrient program. But that’s not at all the case according to John Leif, AgroLiquid Field Agronomy Manager. Leif says as he’s evaluated corn throughout the Midwest this season he’s seen the results of huge moisture differences from area to area, with some being too dry while others are too wet. He believes farmers on both sides of the weather extremes are likely to have crops that need additional nitrogen, potassium and sulfur.
Insects and diseases likely to vary this season—here’s what should be top of mind
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently expanded Dow AgroSciences’ Enlist Duo herbicide geography from 15 to 34 states.
Waterhemp has quickly established itself as one of the nation’s most devastating weeds. Resistant to six herbicide groups, the weed can steal between 40% and 70% of yields, according to University of Illinois research.
Heed this springtime advice to keep grain in top shape.
Make the most of your nitrogen dollars by minding a few key factors from fall through harvest the following year.
Ken and Missy explain the value in understanding different hybrid characteristics when it comes to seed placement. Understanding will assist with maximizing sunlight and water holding capacity.
Nitrogen test plots confirm right timing and placement of applications increase yields.
Wet and cool soils favor most pathogens that cause damping off in corn and soybean. Slow growth, compacted soils, and heavy clay soils increase chances of seedling fungal infection.
Monsanto speaks to investors about its motivation to pursue Syngenta.
You know soil testing is important, but do you know what to look for when the results come back?
As farmers harvest their corn crop this year, they might want to look carefully to see what else—namely, marijuana--might be growing among their cornstalks.
See an updated seed family tree and learn more about how the top five seed companies have evolved through the years.
Pesticide use is surging among U.S. farmers who are worried about insect resistance to Bt corn. But scientists warn that overuse of chemicals may create a worse problem down the road.
Gregg Sauder designs a system to listen to plant needs, identify actions and provide response tools for top yields.
What does it take to push fields to the highest yield level? For the past three years, Farm Journal Associate Field Agronomist Missy Bauer set out to answer that question.
Syngenta Seed Care is launching an updated online training module to educate various audiences about corn nematodes and how to protect corn plants from these invisible but costly pests.
Scientists have determined the macro- and micro-nutrient levels in seed hybrids and varieties, which they say could improve yield outcomes and food nutritional values.
Assess all areas of your farming operation for energy efficiency to save energy and reduce costs.
Poor distribution of manure on your field can result in uneven crop growth.
One of the more important factors determining the relative profits between corn and soybeans are relative corn and soybean yields.
If you refer to Bt corn hybrid stacks and pyramids as if the terms are interchangeable, you aren’t alone. However, corn hybrid stacks and pyramids aren’t the same.
Move over waterhemp, ragweed, lambsquarters and all your weedy friends. There’s a new rabble-rouser in cornfields this season: volunteer soybeans.
Even in fields that receive timely rains, corn ears with unfilled tips may be common.