Begin Scouting for Western Bean Cutworm Eggs
June 29, 2012
Western bean cutworm moths have been emerging since June 12 at Clay Center. As moth numbers increase, mating will begin and females will begin laying eggs on corn. The appearance of the first moths provides a signal that farmers and crop consultants should begin to scout fields for the white, dome-shaped eggs.
How Extended High Heat Disrupts Corn Pollination
The recent high humidity has been helpful, but not enough to avert yield losses.
August 1, 2011; August 8 Addendum (below) related to pollination during periods of high humidity.