Rootworms show resistance to Midwest Bt corn
Isolated findings of resistant rootworms in Iowa emphasize that planting a refuge is more critical than ever for maintaining the durability of Bt corn, a Purdue Extension entomologist says.
Full story. DuPont and LANGEBIO collaborate on research
DuPont and LANGEBIO, the Mexico National Laboratory of Genomics for Biodiversity and a unit of CINVESTAV, have entered into a collaboration to increase understanding of plant reproductive biology and genetic diversity.
Full story.
More severe yellowing of soybeans seen
A Kansas State University researcher explains why there are a number of cases of yellow soybeans being reported this year.
Full story.
The 'zipper' pattern of poor kernel set
A less common pattern of poor kernel set is one that is often described as the "zipper" pattern wherein one or more entire rows of kernels along one side of a cob are absent due to some combination of pollination failure and kernel abortion.
Full story.
Herbicide problem is a black eye
DuPont and the Environmental Protection Agency are on the same page in suspending the sale of Imprelis, a herbicide marketed through DuPont’s Professional Pest, Lawn and Golf Management Products group.
Full story.
Seed industry: Coexistence is necessary
Increased awareness about the need for coexistence among different agricultural technologies and practices spurred the American Seed Trade Association to develop three resources demonstrating that coexistence is possible and necessary to meet different market demands.
Full story.
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MAGIE 2011
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| Featured products at MAGIE 2011, Aug. 24-25 in Bloomington, Ill. |
AGCO Application Equipment
AGCO is the provider of the TerraGator high-volume flotation applicator and RoGator high-clearance applicator. The 2012 TerraGator includes the continuously variable transmission (CVT), the first-to-market Tier 4i-compliant engine and an AGCO POWER 8.4-liter diesel engine. This technology yields higher horsepower while significantly boosting fuel economy to only 1 to 2 gallons per hour. Read more.
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Corn knocked down by storms
Strong winds this past weekend knocked down corn in central Kentucky. Much of that corn was in the dent stage (growth stage R5) and had not reached blacklayer (growth stage R6).
Full story.
Assessing drought impacts on corn
Now is the time to make some assessments on the impacts of the drought and heat stress on corn, according to Greg Roth, grain crop management, Penn State University.
Full story.
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EDITORIAL: Wearing the white hat of environmental stewardship
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| By Daryll Ray, University of Tennessee |
Mention the words “pollution” and the “Environmental Protection Agency” in the same sentence and you will have the attention of most U.S. farmers. But the issue of the role of farming practices in environmental pollution predates the creation of the EPA in 1970 by Richard Nixon. Full story.
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Cryogenic freezing can reduce weed growth
A study reported in the current issue of the journal Weed Technology tested the use of cryogens in farm fields for weed control.
Full story.
Pollination study: Need for natural areas
Surrounding agricultural crops with natural, biologically diverse areas helps provide habitat for important pollinators and promotes the stability and richness of crops worldwide, according to a new study by an international team of scientists recently published in the journal
Ecology Letters.
Full story.
I'll never apply fall nitrogen again!
Dave Franzen, NDSU, has heard several growers exclaim that they will never fall apply nitrogen again. Although fall-applied fields often suffered more loss than spring-applied fields, it is not always the case.
Full story. (Visit the Crop Fertility Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Leaf loss in stressed corn
As the dry weather continues and the Illinois corn crop rating continues to slip, the University of Illinois has received reports of loss of lower leaves with what seem to be different symptoms than usually seen under dry conditions.
Full story. (Visit the Corn Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Fields being sprayed for soybean aphids
Ohio State University researchers have received their first reports of soybean aphids being treated in northwest Ohio, with levels in most fields, while not being at threshold, are noticeable and rising.
Full story. (Visit the Soybean Resource Center for more fertilizer news and information.)
Wheat variety yield in 15-inch rows
Ohio State University researchers conduct research on the yield potential of winter wheat planed in 15-inch rows.
Full story. (Visit the Wheat Resource Center for more cereals news and information.)
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Why are you hesitant to provide your opinion in Web polls on Web sites?
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B) Questions aren't interesting or don't pertain to my business
C) Too many questions too often
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