Drought increases concern about ear molds in late-harvested corn
The concern about ear mold in late-harvested corn is higher than normal this year following a drought that created conditions ripe for the development of Aspergillus ear rot, an Ohio State University Extension plant pathologist says.
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New app for insecticide applications
USDA scientists have released two mobile phone applications to make things easier for anyone who needs to adjust insecticide spray equipment.
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OSU Extension, USDA to discuss forages and pasture management
Farmers interested in learning more about improving forage and pasture management after drought can participate in a Nov. 15 discussion by experts from Ohio State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Online dairy classes begin in January
"Advanced Dairy Nutrition" and "Milk Secretion and Mastitis" will be offered by the University of Illinois, beginning Jan. 28.
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Illinois Dairy Summit coming up in January
A wide range of topics will be covered during the three-stop tour, beginning Jan. 22 in Freeport, Ill.
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Fall pasture walk provides opportunity for learning new ideas
Shupe Dairy Farm milks and pastures 600 cows in Huron County, located at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb. Here’s a look at some of their decisions shared at the recent pasture event.
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Aflatoxin research
University of Arkansas plant pathologists are advising farmers on how to prevent the fungal disease aflatoxin from damaging their crop.
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Choosing corn hybrids with diverse genetics
Diversity is an important strategy to mitigate risk. In corn production, this means choosing diverse hybrid genetics to hedge against weather, disease or pest-related risks that might affect any particular product.
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Not too late to plant winter wheat, but opportunity is fading
In a year when drought has caused some soybean growers to harvest later than normal and heavy rains prevented others from getting into their fields for fall planting, many have been slow to get winter wheat planted, according to an Ohio State University Extension expert.
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Help your pasture and forage recover from the drought
While most of the drought attention was given to corn and soybeans, pastures and hay crops were suffering just as much. Many Corn Belt operations had to ship cattle early and liquidate beef herds because of the lack of forage.
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Snaplage in the dairy ration
Feeding snaplage/earlage has advantages and disadvantages. Producers must carefully evaluate their feeding situations and decide if snaplage is a good fit for their operation.
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