Very warm temperatures can cause wheat to break dormancy this time of year, says Kansas State University Extension. When daytime highs get into the 50s F and lows are above freezing, most wheat varieties will lose some of their winter hardiness.

University of Kentucky research shows the most profitable wheat yields are attained when the crop is assessed for health and stand after 'green-up.' The assessment will allow the most accurate assessment of nitrogen needs for the remainder of the season.