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When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean

When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean

🕔00:07, 3.Jun 2023

It is now the time of year where temperatures are warmer and fields are becoming dry in many areas. This situation always moves irrigation initiation to the front of our management plans. As a state, we have a portion of

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2023 Foliar Insecticide Recommendations for Thrips Management

2023 Foliar Insecticide Recommendations for Thrips Management

🕔09:37, 2.Jun 2023

With the development of resistance to seed treatments, foliar thrips applications are becoming increasingly common. At this point in the growing season, thrips populations are quickly increasing. There have been a number of acres that have already received at least

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Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Applications in Cotton

Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Applications in Cotton

🕔14:28, 31.May 2023

Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Application in Cotton_2023

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Scout School 6.5 and 6.6.23

Scout School 6.5 and 6.6.23

🕔06:43, 30.May 2023

The Mississippi State Row Crop Team will be hosting three scout schools in 2023.  The program will cover insects, disease, fertility, and agronomy. These events are free of charge, and all are welcome. Each scout school will serve as an

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Tassel Nitrogen Fertilizer Suggestions for Mississippi Farmers

Tassel Nitrogen Fertilizer Suggestions for Mississippi Farmers

🕔06:41, 30.May 2023

Erick visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk with Jason and Tom about nitrogen fertilizer management in corn.  Topics include timings, rates, additives, etc. to utilize when applying a tassel fertilizer application in corn.  Erick wraps up

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Moisture Sensors for Corn and Rice Irrigation (Podcast)

Moisture Sensors for Corn and Rice Irrigation (Podcast)

🕔06:40, 30.May 2023

Drew, Jason, and Tom sat down in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk about irrigation for corn and rice in Mississippi.  Soil moisture sensors have become an increasingly important tool for farmers in Mississippi agriculture.  Topics discussed

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Peanut Weed Control and Herbicide Survey with Eric Prostko (Podcast)

Peanut Weed Control and Herbicide Survey with Eric Prostko (Podcast)

🕔06:38, 30.May 2023

University of Georgia Extension Weed Specialist Eric Prostko calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk about weed control programs in peanut as well as the results of a recent survey of Extension weed scientists he conducted.

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When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential?

When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential?

🕔10:15, 27.May 2023

At the first sign of summer weather patterns, Midsouth corn growers often get nervous about moisture stress. However, inadequate soil moisture is not nearly as limiting as usually perceived – considering we have abundant moisture virtually all spring. In fact, excessive moisture can stress corn development and hamper yields, if we trigger irrigation too early.

Read Full Article
Optimum Timing and Management for Tassel Applications on Corn

Optimum Timing and Management for Tassel Applications on Corn

🕔10:01, 26.May 2023

As the Mississippi corn crop approaches tassel, crop health and weather may greatly affect crop response to various management inputs, including nitrogen fertilizer or other products. This article will discuss factors that may affect your strategy and improve your response.

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Where should I install my soil moisture sensors?

Where should I install my soil moisture sensors?

🕔06:15, 24.May 2023

Irrometer Watermark Series: Location Selection Filed Under:  Agriculture, Crops, Farming, Water PUBLICATIONS Publication Number: P3539 View as PDF: P3539.pdf This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications

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When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean

When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean

🕔00:07, 3.Jun 2023

It is now the time of year where temperatures are warmer and fields are becoming dry in many areas. This situation always moves irrigation initiation to the front of our management plans. As a state, we have a portion of

Read Full Article
2023 Foliar Insecticide Recommendations for Thrips Management

2023 Foliar Insecticide Recommendations for Thrips Management

🕔09:37, 2.Jun 2023

With the development of resistance to seed treatments, foliar thrips applications are becoming increasingly common. At this point in the growing season, thrips populations are quickly increasing. There have been a number of acres that have already received at least

Read Full Article
Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Applications in Cotton

Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Applications in Cotton

🕔14:28, 31.May 2023

Economic and Agronomic Considerations for K2O Application in Cotton_2023

Read Full Article
Scout School 6.5 and 6.6.23

Scout School 6.5 and 6.6.23

🕔06:43, 30.May 2023

The Mississippi State Row Crop Team will be hosting three scout schools in 2023.  The program will cover insects, disease, fertility, and agronomy. These events are free of charge, and all are welcome. Each scout school will serve as an

Read Full Article
Tassel Nitrogen Fertilizer Suggestions for Mississippi Farmers

Tassel Nitrogen Fertilizer Suggestions for Mississippi Farmers

🕔06:41, 30.May 2023

Erick visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk with Jason and Tom about nitrogen fertilizer management in corn.  Topics include timings, rates, additives, etc. to utilize when applying a tassel fertilizer application in corn.  Erick wraps up

Read Full Article
Moisture Sensors for Corn and Rice Irrigation (Podcast)

Moisture Sensors for Corn and Rice Irrigation (Podcast)

🕔06:40, 30.May 2023

Drew, Jason, and Tom sat down in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk about irrigation for corn and rice in Mississippi.  Soil moisture sensors have become an increasingly important tool for farmers in Mississippi agriculture.  Topics discussed

Read Full Article
Peanut Weed Control and Herbicide Survey with Eric Prostko (Podcast)

Peanut Weed Control and Herbicide Survey with Eric Prostko (Podcast)

🕔06:38, 30.May 2023

University of Georgia Extension Weed Specialist Eric Prostko calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to talk about weed control programs in peanut as well as the results of a recent survey of Extension weed scientists he conducted.

Read Full Article
When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential?

When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential?

🕔10:15, 27.May 2023

At the first sign of summer weather patterns, Midsouth corn growers often get nervous about moisture stress. However, inadequate soil moisture is not nearly as limiting as usually perceived – considering we have abundant moisture virtually all spring. In fact, excessive moisture can stress corn development and hamper yields, if we trigger irrigation too early.

Read Full Article
Optimum Timing and Management for Tassel Applications on Corn

Optimum Timing and Management for Tassel Applications on Corn

🕔10:01, 26.May 2023

As the Mississippi corn crop approaches tassel, crop health and weather may greatly affect crop response to various management inputs, including nitrogen fertilizer or other products. This article will discuss factors that may affect your strategy and improve your response.

Read Full Article
Where should I install my soil moisture sensors?

Where should I install my soil moisture sensors?

🕔06:15, 24.May 2023

Irrometer Watermark Series: Location Selection Filed Under:  Agriculture, Crops, Farming, Water PUBLICATIONS Publication Number: P3539 View as PDF: P3539.pdf This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications

Read Full Article

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