Now is a Good Time to Plant New Forage Species in Pastures
By Steve Barnhart, Department of Agronomy
Integrated Crop Management News
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Are We Making Progress With No-till
Conservation tillage, and especially no-till, is a proven practice in protecting soil quality in corn and soybean cropping systems. The trend in adopting no-tillage is gaining some momentum over the past few years, but at a very slow pace.
Conference Looks at Using Climate Information to Assess Expected Yields
How did weather conditions in 2010 impact global corn yield and corn markets? What weather impacts on global production are anticipated this spring? These questions will be addressed at the 9th Annual NOAA Climate Prediction Applications Science Workshop to be held at the Des Moines Downtown Marriott on March 1 - 4.
New Soybean Disease Guide Now Available
A new publication from Iowa State University and the Iowa Soybean Association is designed to help farmers more effectively manage soybean diseases when they appear.
Spread of Glyphosate Resistant Weeds
Three glyphosate resistant (GR) weeds have been verified in Iowa. It's estimated that less than one percent of Iowa's corn and soybean fields are infested, but GR weeds can appear in fields where they currently are not problems.
Sudden Death Syndrome-Resistant Soybean Variety List Available
Resistant soybean varieties are the foundation of a sudden death syndrome (SDS) management program. Growers can now consult a list of over 300 soybean varieties resistant to SDS as they plan for soybean disease management.
Land Roller Use: Challenges and Benefits
The use of a land roller may provide some "comfort and peace of mind," and may reduce combine breakdown in some fields, it also carries risks and potential impacts to soil and water quality in the short as well as in the long-term.