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One-Pass Herbicide-Fungicide Options Emerge For No-Tillers

Citing promising research, the ag-chemical industry recommends tankmixing fungicides and herbicides for V5 corn applications.

By Martha Mintz posted on October 1, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Tank mixing fugicides and herbicides is the latest use strategy in the fast-developing corn fungicide market.

Overcoming The Myths Holding Back No-Till

If you’re going to be successful in transitioning to no-till, you must avoid these numerous no-till farming fallacies.

October 1, 2011

While actually preparing a farm for no-till is getting rather basic these days, preparing yourself or neighbors to successfully make the shift to no-till is much more difficult.

Use A ‘Systems Approach’ To Boost No-Till Yields

Spreading residue, staying ahead of weeds and striving for uniform growth can help no-tillers get more out of every acre

By John Dobberstein posted on October 1, 2011 | Posted in Residue Management

One tip often shared by yield-contest winners is keeping no-till field conditions uniform, with even plant growth and competition for moisture and nutrients, says University of Nebraska Extension engineer Paul Jasa.

Fall Herbicide Good, Even With Late Harvest

October 1, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Fall herbicide applications are still a good idea this year, despite a later-than-normal harvest, according to Ohio State University Extension weed specialist Mark Loux.

Combine Great Place To Check On Weeds

October 1, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

With harvest in full swing, many farmers are probably reflecting on the season, and some are considering what they'll do differently next year. This is a good time to take a few notes on what you're seeing and start planning for next year's crops.

Soil Compaction Management At Harvest Time

September 28, 2011 | Posted in Cover Crops, Soil Health

Source: By Sjoerd Duiker, Penn State Soil Management Specialist, Penn State University

Lets look at ways to increase the resilience of the soil to compaction, to avoid compaction, and ways to alleviate compaction.

Glyphosate-Resistant Waterhemp

By Darrell Bruggink posted on September 21, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

You may have only 3 years left. No, I'm not talking about attractive corn and soybean prices. I'm talking about something that could really eat away at your bottom line.

Harvest Aids In A Not-So-Cooperative Year

September 14, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection, Water Management

Source: By Glenn Nice and Bill Johnson, Purdue Univesity Cooperative Extension Service

We are now limited to herbicide treatments that can be applied just prior to harvest to help dry down weed vegetation prior to a killing frost.

'Significant' Levels Of Glyphosate Found Air, Water In Two States

September 8, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: By Carey Gillam, Reuters

Glyphosate herbicide was found in significant levels in Mississippi as part of a U.S. Geological Survey Office (USGS) project, and the findings have been submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency to be used as part of the agency's evaluation of the registration of glyphosate.

Few Options For Pre-Harvest Herbicides

September 6, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Illinois

The list of herbicide active ingredients available for pre-harvest applications in corn or soybeans is relatively short, says University of Illinois Extension weed specialist Aaron Hager.

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