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[Video] Combining Downed Corn with Calmer Corn Heads' 10-Blade BT Chopping Roll

September 25, 2020 | Posted in Equipment

Jay Dahl, Welding/Fabrication-Sales at Calmer Corn Heads, introduces Calmer Corn Heads' 12-Row, 30-Inch corn head and explains the advantages of using the 10-Blade BT Chopper Chopping Roll for combining corn. He also talks about the adjustments they made on the corn head when combining downed corn after the August 2020 wind storms.

Resources for Dealing with Downed Corn

By John Dobberstein posted on September 15, 2020 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture, Residue Management

Here are some tips from No-Till Farmer and other sources for adjusting combine settings, managing disease, evaluating nutrient and residue issues and more in the wake of late-season stormy weather.

Use No-Till Post-Derecho for Better Results Next Year

September 14, 2020 | Posted in Soil Health

Source: NRCS

Using no-till on weather-damaged crops will improve soil health and reduce volunteer corn for next year, says NRCS.

Managing Disease, Nutrient and Residue Issues in the Storm’s Aftermath

Stagnant grain prices, disease pressure and residue management will make decisions with downed crops especially important for no-tillers this fall. Here are some tips and suggestions on what to do.

By No-Till Farmer Staff posted on August 31, 2020 | Posted in Equipment, Nutrient Management, Residue Management

Stagnant grain prices, disease pressure and residue management will make decisions with downed crops especially important for no-tillers this fall. Here are some tips and suggestions on what to do.

Top Tips for Managing Downed Corn at Harvest

By No-Till Farmer Staff posted on August 31, 2020

A big storm can cause big havoc in your fields. Harvesting flattened corn fields as quickly as possible will help you make the most of a potentially grim situation.

Don't Let Downed Corn Get You Down

The derecho that tore through large swaths of the Midwest in August left destruction in its wake. We spoke with experts who shared tips on what to do when faced with downed crops.

By No-Till Farmer Staff posted on August 30, 2020 | Posted in Crop Protection, Residue Management

When stormy weather hits, farmers find themselves at the mercy of Mother Nature. But flattened crops don't have to be a total disaster.

Nutrient Content of Wind-Damaged Corn and Future Fertilizer Applications

August 18, 2020 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Iowa State University Extension

The recent derecho that hit wide swaths of the midwest flattened millions of acres of crops. According to new research from the University of Iowa, considerations for future nutrient management of downed corn acres depend on the stage the corn was at when flattened, and whether or not it's removed or grazed.

Combine Adjustments for Downed Corn

October 30, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Nebraska

Recent high winds in Nebraska have downed corn, in some areas leaving 20-70 bushels per acre of grain on the ground.

6 Tips for Harvesting Lodged Corn

October 12, 2016 | Posted in Crop Protection, Equipment

Source: Ohio State University Extension

Reports of lodging and downed corn are increasing across Ohio and growers may face major challenges harvesting lodged corn, which is nearly flat on the ground, says Ohio State University Extension.

AGCO Launches New 3300 Series Cornhead

October 29, 2015 | Posted in Equipment

Caleb Schleder, tactical marketing manager for AGCO Gleaner Combines, introduces the company’s new series of combine cornheads, which offer “tip-to-tip” productivity, including increased chopping capability and better residue management.

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