University of Nebraska Extension shares numerous reasons why growers must control volunteer wheat to optimize next season's yields and profitability.

The severe problems wheat producers had with wheat streak mosaic virus in years past can be traced back, in most cases, to a lack of control of volunteer wheat, says Kansas State University Extension. Here are some tips to combat it.

Post-harvest weed control in wheat stubble is very important to conserve soil moisture and prevent weeds from going to seed and adding to the weed seedbank. Thin wheat and recent rains will likely require earlier and more intensive weed management efforts this year than in some years.

Kansas State University Extension experts discuss why growers should start controlling emerged volunteer wheat soon, rather than waiting until closer to wheat planting time.

If you’ve had a history of moderate wheat streak mosaic disease, plan on planting wheat into wheat stubble or wheat fallow, or if your neighbors have had outbreaks, manage for the disease prior to planting this fall.

Volunteer wheat can cause wheat streak mosaic virus complex and barley yellow dwarf virus in new wheat, as well as support pest populations and reduce soil moisture content.

Wheat stubble can be an excellent seedbed to no-till plant forages, says University of Nebraska Extension. Here are some tips for ensuring a successful stand.

The recent wet weather in much of Kansas has caused volunteer wheat to emerge and grow rapidly. Wet soil conditions may keep producers out of the fields for an extended period, making it even more difficult than usual to control the volunteer. That’s no excuse to just let it go, however. To protect the state’s 2013/14 wheat crop that will be planted this fall, the volunteer wheat must be controlled.