Degree-days for Prediction of Western Bean Cutworm Flight
June 21, 2022
Measuring the amount of heat between an upper and lower threshold to which an insect has been exposed, degree-days models can provide a high level of precision in predicting western bean cutworm peak flight.
2021 Corn Yield Forecasts: Approach and Interpretation of Results
June 30, 2021
The Yield Forecasting Center (YFC) will provide real-time information on corn phenology and forecasts of corn yield potential every three weeks, starting in mid-July, to aid growers and ag industry in making management, logistics and marketing decisions through the 2021 season.
IANR Launches Center for Agricultural Profitability
June 29, 2021
The new center focuses on research, extension outreach and education related to profitability and supporting informed decision-making and management choices for farmers and ranchers.
Ag Carbon Credit Contract Checklist
June 29, 2021
With considerable interest in selling carbon credits in the agriculture industry, farmers should carefully consider the financial implications of a carbon contract before meeting with an aggregator.
Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for July
June 29, 2021
With in-person meetings resuming, there are seven dates and locations set for free farm and ag law clinics in July.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Management Strategies for Weather Issues, Wheat Harvest
June 29, 2021
This week, extension educators highlight the importance of adjusting your grazing strategies for weather setbacks and wheat harvest, plus best practices for controlling bluegrass in irrigated alfalfa.
Dry Edible Beans at 92% Emerged
June 29, 2021
For the week ending June 27, 2021, dry edible beans emerged was 92%. Corn, soybean and winter wheat crops held steadily near reported conditions from the week prior.
Managing Risk with Annual Forages
June 24, 2021
Annual forages are a useful tool to help manage erosion risk and build more resilient soil profiles. When planting annual forages to manage risk, producers may want to consider purchasing a crop insurance policy under the Annual Forage Insurance Plan (AFIP).