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Recorded Wheat Plot Tour

We recorded the Smith County wheat demonstration plot tour, and it is posted on our “Crops” page, under “Test Plots.”

Planting guidelines to follow with your corn crop

There are many factors that can affect the success of your corn crop including soil temperature, planting date, row spacing, planting rate and planting depth.

Guidelines for planting your soybean crop

Soybeans can be planted over a wide range of dates, including May 5 to June 30, depending on which part of the state you live in.

Yellowing In Wheat

So, if your wheat fields are turning yellow, just what are some of the causes?

Trio of insects in wheat and alfalfa this spring

You might want to put on your task list, to scout your wheat and alfalfa fields, after the snow melts and it warms back up, for some pesky culprits!