Mississippi State goes to great lengths to evaluate corn hybrid performance. These Corn Hybrid Demonstration trials are grown in numerous on-farm locations throughout the state where you can better analyze hybrid performance of our region’s most elite hybrids. Preliminary grain yield results from this year’s trials are published here.
Cover crops can be seeded in agricultural fields using various methods used to plant small grains or forages. These seeding methods commonly range from using a grain drill, to broadcasting. Utilizing a drill offers more control of seeding rate, distribution,
This publication lists varieties which have demonstrated superior grain production in the Mississippi Wheat and Oat Variety Trials and summarizes their characteristics. This independent information should help you select better wheat varieties for producing grain in different growing regions of Mississippi.
Cover crop seed selection can be confusing due to the numerous choices available. Different species have traits which let them serve specific purposes. Various goals can be achieved if you realize there are three primary groups of cover crops and consider the resulting benefits and limitations. This will greatly improve your cover cropping outcome.
Registration All means are provided free of charge if you preregister by November 24th. Registration after November 24th, including at the door, will be $40. Hotel Rooms in the hotel block must be booked by November 9th. Courtyard Marriott, connect to
As of this week, the two-spotted cotton leafhopper has been confirmed in very low numbers in two counties within the state. We will continue monitoring populations throughout the fall and will resume surveillance efforts in the spring. For more information
Over the past several weeks, we have been in communication with our colleagues in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama who have been battling the two-spotted cotton leafhopper (TSCL), also commonly referred to as the cotton jassid. The two-spotted cotton
Rice delphacid is a non-native planthopper pest of rice. This insect has occurred in the rice growing area of Southeast Texas since ca. 2015. It has been a sporadic problem in second crop or ratoon rice in this area. During
The season is winding down, but corn earworm moths are still relatively abundant in the environment. Most crops are beyond susceptible growth stages, but there are still some late beans that can be damaged by corn earworm. This week’s moth
Bollworm moth trap catches were similar to last week and about average for this time of year. Tobacco budworm moths in the 3 Delta counties that have been catching numerous moths this year dropped this week.
Don and Tyler visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for one last Bugcast for the year. They team up to break down the final push of insect pressure as the growing season winds down. From stink bugs in
Bollworm moth catches remained similar to last week and about average for this time of year. Tobacco budworm moth trap catches continued to be higher than normal in 3 Delta counties, but largely absent at all other trapping locations.
Bobby Golden visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to begin a discussion of soil testing and fertility programs for 2026. As combines roll out of the fields, it’s time to shift gears from harvest to the foundations of 2026. Bobby, Jason,
Southwestern Corn Borer Trapping Program Week Ending August 9, 2025 County Traps Reporting Total Reported Avg/Trap Maximum/Trap Alcorn 3 0 0 0 Copiah 3 0 0 0 Lowndes 2 0 0 0 Madison 3 1 0.33 1 Marshall 2 0
Bollworm moth trap catches were similar to the previous week and about average for this time of year. As has been true for several weeks, tobacco budworm moth trap catches were high in Leflore county but average to low in
Catch this week’s episode for weed control strategies in late summer and early fall. Tom Eubank visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to brainstorm ideas on weed control during late summer and into fall. Whether it’s postharvest in corn
Southwestern Corn Borer Trapping Program Week Ending August 9, 2025 County Traps Reporting Total Reported Avg/Trap Maximum/Trap Alcorn 3 0 0 0 Desoto 2 0 0 0 Lowndes 4 0 0 0 Madison 3 0 0 0 Marshall 3 0
Would you like to estimate your corn yield prior to the combine heading to the field? If you are willing to put in a little time, you can make a rough estimate by following these guidelines. While any such method leaves considerable opportunity for error, this process will likely be a good opportunity to learn more about your crop.
Bollworm moth pheromone trap counts were similar to or lower than last week and about average for this time of year. Tobacco budworm trap counts remain slightly elevated in Leflore county, but were normal or low in all other regions.
Justin Calhoun calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to dive into the major factors that influence soybean seed quality at harvest with Tom, Don, and Jason. Topics include how late-season pathogens, insect activity, weather conditions, and harvest timing can
Southwestern Corn Borer Trapping Program Week Ending August 2, 2025 County Traps Reporting Total Reported Avg/Trap Maximum/Trap Alcorn 3 0 0 0 Calhoun 1 0 0 0 Desoto 2 0 0 0 Grenada 4 0 0 0 Hinds 2 0
In response to reports of fall armyworm infesting rice in Mississippi during early July. We requested a Section 18 use permit for Intrepid 2F in rice. This was granted on August 1. Up to two applications may be made at
Corn harvest should ramp up soon as grain matures and dries down to an agreeable moisture for harvest. Understanding how weather and other factors affect grain drying, potential harvest losses, and moisture dockage can greatly help improve your harvest efficiency and success.
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