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How Plants Balance Defense, Growth

February 7, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Researchers at Michigan State University, have figured out how plants can make the “decision” between growth and defense.

Laura Allen, Associate Editor, No-Till Farmer

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7 Steps For Fighting Palmer Amaranth

By Laura Barrera posted on June 18, 2014 | Posted in Crop Protection

We’re already hearing that Palmer amaranth is making its presence known this season —both the University of Kentucky and Iowa State University reported infestations of the “pigweed on steroids” in their respective states recently, and it’s likely that more findings will pop up as the growing season continues.

[Webinar] What's Wrong With These Plants?

July 9, 2013 | Posted in Crop Protection, Nutrient Management

This event was moderated by Jeff Littrell and Keith Schlapkohl, strip-till and no-till farmers and owners of FHR at Stewartville, Minn. [To view any of our webinar replays, you must be logged in with a free user account.]

Gypsum Balances Nutrients, Builds Up Soil Structure

Proper applications of gypsum, an efficient carrier of soluble calcium, can help no-tillers improve the soil environment for plants and reclaim problematic sodic soils.

By John Dobberstein posted on April 1, 2013 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Water Management

When a no-tiller buys farm ground in some locations, such as the lake plain of northwest Ohio dominated by heavy clay, there isn’t much hope of changing the soil’s texture or mineralogy.

Those Wrapped and Twisted Whorls in Corn

June 16, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Bob Nielsen, Purdue University

The curious phenomenon often referred to as the twisted whorl syndrome is showing up in some fields again this summer.

When Can Soil-Residual Soybean Herbicides Be Applied?

June 10, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Rich Zollinger, North Dakota State University

If a certain number of days have elapsed since planting or if soybean plants have begun to emerge, proceeding with the planned application depends on the herbicide.

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Plant Enduring Drought Without Biomass Loss

March 1, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Purdue University researchers have found a genetic mutation that allows a plant to better endure drought without losing biomass. The discovery could reduce the amount of water required for growing plants and help plants survive and thrive in adverse conditions.

Maximizing Corn Emergence And Uniformity In High-Residue Fields

November 8, 2010 | Posted in Residue Management

Source: Pioneer Hi-Bred/Crop Insights

This article discusses Pioneer research to rate hybrids for stress emergence and high-residue suitability, traits which can guide growers in selecting hybrids for early planting and reduced tillage systems.

Consider Volunteer Corn Issues Following Severe Hail Events

October 25, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Recent severe hail events in parts of Nebraska have left some fields with tremendous yield loss from hail stones beating down corn plants, knocking ears from plants, or shelling seed from the cob.

Review Planter Performance; Apply Nitrogen Efficiently

While preparing to make sidedressed nitrogen applications, check early crop stands to see whether you need to adjust your no-till planter for next year.

By Jim Leverich posted on June 1, 2008 | Posted in Equipment, Nutrient Management

Hopefully, your crop is off to a great start! Now is a good time to assess crop stands and learn from your planting-season management to see if there are things you should do differently.

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