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RMA Authorizes Emergency Procedures to Help Drought-Impacted Growers

July 13, 2021 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: USDA

The USDA is authorizing emergency procedures to help agricultural producers impacted by extreme drought conditions.

USDA Reports 26% of Corn Crops Silking in the U.S.

July 12, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

According to the most recent USDA crop progress report, some 26% of corn crops were reported silking as of the week ended July 11, in line with the 26% reported silking in the same week last year. The 5-year average for corn silking in the week was 30%.

Elevated Warming, Ozone Hurt Plant Roots, Promote Soil Carbon Loss

July 9, 2021 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: North Carolina State University

Two factors that play a key role in climate change – increased climate warming and elevated ozone levels – appear to have detrimental effects on soybean plant roots, their relationship with symbiotic microorganisms in the soil and the ways the plants sequester carbon, according to new research from North Carolina State University.

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[Podcast] Preserving Wetlands on the Farm with Ray McCormick

In this episode of the No-Till Farmer Influencers & Innovators podcast, brought to you by Martin Industries, Frank Lessiter talks with Vincennes, Ind., no-tiller Ray McCormick about how his approaches to conservation and farming intersect.

By Julia Gerlach posted on July 8, 2021 | Posted in Cover Crops, Equipment, Soil Health

In this episode of the No-Till Farmer Influencers & Innovators podcast, brought to you by Martin Industries, Frank Lessiter talks with Vincennes, Ind., no-tiller Ray McCormick about how his approaches to conservation and farming intersect.

Think Wisely Before Turning to Tillage to Fix Problems

July 8, 2021 | Posted in Crop Protection, Soil Health

Thinking about turning to tillage to fix a problem in the field? The Alberta Canola Producers Commission shares some important factors to consider before turning to iron to handle problems that crop up.

Do Cover Crops and Grazing Harm Soil Properties?

July 8, 2021 | Posted in Soil Health, Water Management

Source: South Dakota State University Extension

South Dakota State University Extension shares the results of a study conducted to compare short and long-term animal grazing on soil health and water properties at four locations in the state.

USDA Reports 10% of Corn Crops Silking in the U.S.

July 6, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

USDA has reported some 10% of corn crops silking, above the 9% reported silking in the same week last year. The 5-year average for corn silking in the week was 14%.

How to Avoid Soil Phosphorus Build-Up from Manure

July 6, 2021 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: University of Minnesota Extension

While animal manure can be a valuable source of nutrients for plants and organic matter for the soil, it has some potential downsides, most notably that the nutrient ratio is fixed. Follow these tips from the University of Minnesota to minimize excess phosphorus build-up from manure.

Haying, Grazing or Chopping Covers Now Won't Reduce Prevented Planting Payment

July 6, 2021 | Posted in Cover Crops

Source: USDA

Agricultural producers with crop insurance can now hay, graze or chop cover crops for silage, haylage or baleage at any time and still receive 100% of the prevented planting payment. Previously, cover crops could only be hayed, grazed or chopped after November 1, otherwise the prevented planting payment was reduced by 65%.

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Seed Firmers and How to Properly Maintain Them

July 1, 2021 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Equipment

Source: Precision Planting

Good seed to soil contact is important. If a seed gets hung up on the furrow it will have a hard time imbibing water and germinating. That's where seed firmers come in. Here's what you need to know about using and maintaining them. The Planter Maintenance series is brought to you by Precision Planting.

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RMA Authorizes Emergency Procedures to Help Drought-Impacted Growers

USDA Reports 26% of Corn Crops Silking in the U.S.

Elevated Warming, Ozone Hurt Plant Roots, Promote Soil Carbon Loss

[Podcast] Preserving Wetlands on the Farm with Ray McCormick

Think Wisely Before Turning to Tillage to Fix Problems

Do Cover Crops and Grazing Harm Soil Properties?

USDA Reports 10% of Corn Crops Silking in the U.S.

How to Avoid Soil Phosphorus Build-Up from Manure

Haying, Grazing or Chopping Covers Now Won't Reduce Prevented Planting Payment

Seed Firmers and How to Properly Maintain Them

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