If you do 'split' nitrogen applications for corn, when do you apply them?

As prospects for a timely start to spring planting diminish, growers need to reassess their planting strategies. Ohio State University Extension offers a few guidelines.

There may be more opportunity to apply a residual burndown program 2 or more weeks ahead of planting with the idea of coming back with a well-timed post-treatment, says Penn State Extension.

Fall-seeded wheat generally does not require N fertilizer for establishment. Fall-applied N or pre-plant N can aid in the establishment of wheat under specific planting conditions and crop rotations, but should be managed on a case-by-case basis

The mild winter and early spring conditions we’ve seen may have implications for this season’s weed and pest control.