Given the circumstances we all are living through, growers remain optimistic about the current planting/growing season. For the most part, corn is off to a very good start. Yes, we have our share of problems and some we can solve. Peanut and cotton planting have started and growers say conditions are good in most areas. … Read More Corn Looking Good but Plenty of Problems (not just in corn)
Friends I received this note early today (April 19th) from one of my friends, a south-Georgia corn grower. “Farmers with N95 respirators and masks please consider reaching out to your local hospital and asking if they have the supplies, they need in the care of Covid19 (Coronavirus) patients. My wife’s sister works as a nurse… Read More Hospitals Can Use Your Help with COVID-19
This time of the year on the farm is always busy with planting, managing crops, getting supplies, moving tractors from field to field, troubleshooting problems, fixing equipment…..the list goes on and on. So you certainly get the picture. Last night a fast moving storm crossed the state, creating havoc on some farms and unfortunately, taking… Read More Now is a Great Time to Walk your Fields
NCGA reports Secretary Perdue said in an interview yesterday that he only has $6 billion in CCC authority to spend on COVID relief until the $14 billion replenishment arrives “later,” in addition to the $9.5 billion Congress added in the separate account for USDA provide assistance to livestock, dairy and specialty crops. Senator Hoeven, Chairman… Read More USDA updates: Industry Requests for Aid High
Proper timing of nitrogen is critical to achieving your yield goal in corn. Generally speaking, the V4-V6 stage are the critical growth stages to having enough nitrogen on corn to ensure that it isn’t a limiting factor in the early ear development phase. The amount of nitrogen topdressed during this time depends on your management… Read More Effective Management Requires Timely Management
I always appreciate when our UGA Extension specialist make available tidbits of great timely information. Here is a portion (with permission) that Dr. Eric Prostko, UGA Weed scientist posted: Dr. Eric Prostko- April 2, 2020 I have heard that a few field corn growers have been reluctant to apply Prowl POST in field corn due… Read More Early Weed Control Option
Last week I read these great tips from the National Corn Growers Association staff. I am passing the information on to you because it is important for us to take this crisis serious. Take the time to read it and encourage your friends to do the same. NCGA is committed to keeping you informed and… Read More Steps on the Farm to Manage COVID-19
Before I get into the thick of what I mean by not getting behind, I need to give a snap shot of our current conditions. Corn planting across the state is moving at a very fast pace where we have had good sunshine. Many growers in southwest Georgia have finished or close to finishing. As… Read More Current Temperatures Speed Corn Growth—-Don’t Get Behind!
A known observation and fact is that many growers miss the opportunity to capture better yield potential prior to planting the first seed. Worn parts and improperly adjusted planters are some of the first reasons you give up corn yield. It takes knowledge and time to inspect and adjust your planters to ensure that all… Read More Is Your Planting Equipment Costing You Yield?
This is getting too familiar. I’ve talked to soooo many growers the last two weeks and not a one wants to sound ungrateful for rain. Yet all express frustration over not being able to get enough field work completed. Most everyone is humbled by the blessing of an abundant supply of water and adjusts their… Read More Rain, Rain, and MORE Rain
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