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Diagnosing Early Season Insect Damage in Corn

May 29, 2020 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: University of Wisconsin Extension

Insects are just one of several factors that can reduce emergence and/or injure plants in the spring. This handy chart from the University of Wisconsin will help pinpoint the possible culprit.

Detecting and Deterring Early Season Below Ground Corn Insects

June 12, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Wisconsin Crop Manager

It isn’t easy to diagnose problems caused by seed corn maggot and others because damage isn’t always “text book.” Decisions need to be made based on symptoms shown in several plants, field histories, degree day accumulations and other criteria.

Planning for Spring Planting: Wireworm Management in Cereal Crops

April 12, 2018 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Washington State University Extension

With spring planting just around the corner, growers of cereal crops should be considering their management approach towards wireworms and other insect pests, says Washington State University Extension.

Be On Alert for Cutworms, Wireworms

May 10, 2017 | Posted in Crop Protection

Scott Meers, insect management specialist for Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, discusses the need for canola growers to keep an eye out for unwanted pests due to cooler soil temperatures being seen across western Canada.

Likely Causes Of Poor Wheat Emergence

October 3, 2014 | Posted in Seeding & Planting

Source: Kansas State University Extension

Getting good stand establishment of wheat is the first hurdle for producers as they begin the new season.

Corn Growers: Assess Wireworm Risk Prior To Planting

April 3, 2013 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Purdue University

Corn growers need to scout their fields to determine wireworm populations before planting so they don't miss the optimum treatment window, a Purdue Extension entomologist says. Wireworms, or click beetle larvae, feed on corn seed germ and may prevent plants from sprouting. The pest becomes active when soil temperatures warm into the upper 40s.

Scout For Early-Season Corn Pests

May 9, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: Bob Wright, Extension Entomologist, Keith Jarvi, Extension Educator, University of Nebraska

As corn begins to emerge, be alert to the potential damage that may be caused by early season insects.

Neglecting Wireworm Scouting Could Be A Mistake

April 23, 2011 | Posted in Crop Protection

Source: The Bulletin, Illinois

Neglecting to scout for wireworm activity in a field could have serious consequences, including replanting.

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Prepare Your Post-Planting Checklist

Check the performance of your planter, starter fertilizer and early season weed control, and make preparations for effective sidedressing

By Jim Leverich posted on June 1, 2010 | Posted in Crop Protection, Nutrient Management

If the weather has cooperated and you've avoided equipment breakdowns, hopefully your crops are in the ground.

Why Secondary Pest Control Is So Critical With No-Till

November 1, 2003 | Posted in Crop Protection

When no-till corn growers are asked about what kind of insect pressures they are facing, it seems like they are never at a loss for words.

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