News
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Planting wheat following drought-stricken corn
Published on August 10, 2012
Planting wheat following corn may be a reasonable rotation this 2012 season, but excessive nitrogen levels and Fusarium head scab are two potential risks. -
Understanding the drought through the Evaporative Stress Index
Published on August 9, 2012
A look at the Evaporative Stress Index explains patterns of water availability and moisture stress across large areas. -
Spider mites impacting seed corn fields in St. Joseph and Kalamazoo counties
Published on August 6, 2012
The extreme dry conditions have caused spider mites to invade Michigan seed corn fields. Farmers are encouraged to walk fields to check for infestations. -
Nitrate-N distribution within drought-stressed corn plants
Published on July 31, 2012
During a prolonged drought, the bottom one-third of the stalk accumulates relatively large quantities of nitrate-N compared to other plant parts. -
Harvesting drought-damaged corn for silage
Published on July 30, 2012
Precautions need to be taken when harvesting drought-damaged corn for silage. -
Nitrate accumulation in drought-stressed corn
Published on July 27, 2012
Recent rainfall events may further increase concerns of nitrate poisoning in drought-stressed corn. -
What is evapotranspiration and why it matters
Published on July 25, 2012
Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration. -
Crop insurance: Follow the rules to ensure the best outcome
Published on July 25, 2012
2012 may be the year of crop insurance so make sure you are following the rules. Farms covered by crop insurance should take notice of the rules before removing or destroying drought damaged crops. -
Crops salvaged from insured fields will reduce crop insurance payments
Published on July 20, 2012
In some parts of Michigan, farms are undertaking salvage harvest of the corn stover that is currently in their fields this harvest will impact crop insurance coverage and potential payments. -
Assessing corn growth and development for yield potential during drought
Published on July 13, 2012
Southwest Michigan shares corn belt drought conditions while farms search for yield estimates