September 22, 2014

Hello,

The weather was great for the Farm Science Review.  We had sunny weather with cool temperatures which provided for very comfortable days to attend this annual event.  One of the exhibits in the OSU Firebaugh Building was the Women in Agriculture display.  Hardin County’s Molly Shick Manns was honored as part of this display which featured women from each of Ohio’s 88 counties.  See the attached file for Molly’s bio and contribution to agriculture.

Molly Shick Manns WIA

With the onset of fall will be our new Master Gardener Volunteer class.  We are still looking for additional members to join our class so if you know of anyone who may be interested, have them contact me as soon as possible.  See the attached news release about the class,  which is a final effort to build our class numbers for this year.  I have also attached a copy of the news release, score sheet, and photo from the carcass show which was held last week at Mt. Victory Meats.   Thanks to Ed and Craig Powell at Mt. Victory Meats, Hardin County Cattle Producers, Pork Producers, Sheep Improvement Association, and the Hardin County Agricultural Society for sponsoring this event.

Carcass Show Results News Release

Hardin Co 2014 Carcass Results

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There have been some questions about plans for fertilizer certification in the county.  We are currently planning two fertilizer certification programs for Hardin County.  One is a stand alone program which will be held March 5 at Ohio Northern University after the Conservation Tillage Conference.  The other will be a smaller program that will happen on the same day of the annual pesticide applicator training.  Fertilizer certification will be required by September 30, 2017 for those who apply fertilizer to 50 or more acres.

 

Finally, there will be and Ohio Simmental Field Day on October 3 at Bob and Nancy Hoover’s farm near Belle Center.  I have attached a flier about that event as beef cattle producers and others interested in this industry are encouraged to attend this event.  There will be an educational program about beef cattle nutrition, a meal, and remarks from the president of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association.  Also, see the the articles below for timely information that you may be interested in reading.

 

Mark

 

 

 

 

Fall Weather Forecast – Jim Noel

Overall, a fairly quiet weather pattern will impact Ohio to end September with the only real threat for rain this coming weekend. Temperatures will be below normal for the rest of September with a burst of warmer weather this weekend. Risk for the rest of September Temperature – below normal Rainfall – below normal generally <0.75 inches – normal is about an inch Runoff – low threat Frost – low to moderate threat for patchy frost north and northeast Ohio late this week and again middle of next week Freeze – low threat October outlook is fairly close to normal temperatures, rainfall and frost and freeze timing. You can see the latest National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center 16-day rainfall graphic at: http://www.erh.noaa.gov/ohrfc/HAS/images/NAEFS16day.pdf

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Corn drydown: What to expect? – Peter Thomison

Corn growers may encounter slower than normal dry down this fall due to relatively cool weather conditions and late crop development. Corn will normally dry approximately 3/4 to 1% per day during favorable drying weather (sunny and breezy) during the early warmer part of the harvest season from mid‑September through late September. By early to mid‑October, dry-down rates will usually drop to ½ to 3/4% per day. By late October to early November, field dry‑down rates will usually drop to 1/4 to 1/2% per day and by mid November, probably 0 to 1/4% per day. By late November, drying rates will be negligible.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-31/corn-drydown-what-to-expect to continue reading this article.

 

 

 

 

 

 

USDA Report Summary: More Corn, Less Meat – John D. Anderson, Deputy Chief Economist, American Farm Bureau Federation

Last Thursday, USDA released the September Crop Production report along with the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. The market was closely watching to see what USDA thinks about what is shaping up to be a corn crop for the record books. USDA’s national average corn yield estimate came in at 171.7 bushels per acre. This was right at a bushel higher than the average pre-report estimate. It will be, if realized, a record national average yield. A number of key states are expecting phenomenal yields this year. Most notable is Illinois, for which the state average yield estimate was pegged at 194 bushels per acre. Among major producing states, record yields are currently projected for Indiana (184 bushels/acre), Iowa (185 bushels/acre), and Nebraska (179 bushels/acre). Go to http://beef.osu.edu/beef/beefSep1714.html to continue reading this article as well as other beef articles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INJURY PREVENTION – On the Road – Kathy Mann

As we approach the fall season, there will be an increase of farm equipment traveling on the roads. This is a good time to refresh both the motoring public and the farm equipment operators of safe practices for traveling on public roads. Vehicle collisions are often the result of the speed differential between slower-moving farm equipment and passenger cars and trucks. Many times the vehicle driver simply doesn’t have enough time to react if they do not recognize the farm equipment soon enough. It is critical for SMV operators to do their part to be seen. Go to http://agsafety.osu.edu/sites/agsafety/files/imce/Vol7No8%28Sept%29.pdf to continue reading this article.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leasing Your Land for Hunting: Legal Considerations – Caty Daniels

With fall quickly approaching, now is a good time to consider whether you should lease your land for hunting. Leasing your land for hunting can be beneficial by giving you an extra source of income as well as managing wildlife populations and decreasing crop damage. However, there are some considerations to make before granting that lease to someone. Your first concern should be whether or not you would be liable for hunting accidents on your property. Go to http://aglaw.osu.edu/blog/mon-09082014-1007am/leasing-your-land-hunting-legal-considerations to continue reading this article.

 

 

 

Mark A. Badertscher

Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator

OSU Extension Hardin County

1021 W. Lima Street, Suite 103, Kenton, OH 43326

419-674-2297 Office

hardin.osu.edu

September 15, 2014

Hello,

Farm Science Review week is here!  If you haven’t yet purchased your tickets, we still have them at the Extension office through Monday, September 15 for $7.00 each.  If you don’t want to make the trip to Kenton, you can also purchase them at Crop Production Services in Dunkirk, Heritage Cooperative in Ada, and the Plaza Inn in Mt. Victory.  Otherwise you will need to purchase them at the Farm Science Review for $10 September 16-18.  if you go to fsr.osu.edu, you can plan your day at the Farm Science Review before making the trip.  Make sure you check out the agronomy plots located near the parking lot on the east end of the site.  There are several plots showing nitrogen studies, herbicide programs, and other research done by the Ag Crops Team.  I had the opportunity to see the plots this past week while attending training at the site, so stop by and find out what type of research is being conducted by OSU.

 

While visiting the Farm Science Review, you may also want to get your questions answered about the pesticide and fertilizer certification programs at the Pesticide Safety Education Building on the west side of the grounds.  I have also attached an article written by Putnam County Extension Educator Jim Hoorman which should answer many of your questions about the new fertilizer certification requirements as brought about by the Ohio Agriculture Nutrients Law.  If you are interested in getting your fertilizer certification now, there is a training scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2014, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (registration begins at 8:00 a.m.), The Lighthouse Banquet Facility, 10055 W. U.S. Route 224, Findlay, OH 45840 Contact OSU Extension, Hancock County at 419-422-3851 or go.osu.edu/fertilizer to register.

Putnam County fertilizer requirements article

We are still 1.17 inches behind with growing season rainfall this year compared to the ten year average.  See the attached news release regarding rainfall collected by our Extension Township Rainfall Reporters for more information about this and the August 2014 totals around the county.  This week I have attached the CORN Newsletter as the individual articles are unavailable on the web.  You may be interested in reading this as you plan your fall harvest season and ready your equipment for this busy time.  Please note the articles on Wheat Management for Fall 2014 and Anne Dorrance’s article about soybean diseases.

August 2014 summary

Agronomic Crops Network CORN Newsletter

 

Mark

 

 

 

Mark A. Badertscher

Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator

OSU Extension Hardin County

1021 W. Lima Street, Suite 103, Kenton, OH 43326

419-674-2297 Office

hardin.osu.edu

September 9, 2014

Hello,

Another Hardin County Fair is in the books.  One of the things that makes the fair so special is the fact that it takes the combined efforts of several volunteers working together toward a common goal.  The reward is a successful county fair for the community and a chance to highlight agriculture and the people who work in this industry.  This year at the fair I had the opportunity to volunteer in the Pork Producers, Sheep Improvement Association, and Cattle Producers food buildings.  This gave me a chance to work with several individuals I previously did not know, and at the same time, was able to get to know others better.  Five different booths kept me busy as well, but at the same time limited the time spent in the show arena.  No matter which area of the fair you might have an interest in, the Hardin County Fair had several activities going on throughout each day to showcase agriculture.

 

I also hope you had a chance to stop by our 100th Anniversary of Cooperative Extension Celebration, which occurred Sunday in the Community Building.  If you didn’t yet take the survey that was on the iPads at this event, you might want to go to  https://go.osu.edu/2014PPFExtSurvey and give your input about OSU Extension programs of the past, present, and future.  And if you ventured into the area to look at the exhibits, you might have seen yourself in the slideshow that was playing throughout the event in the back corner of the room.  Photos of the various Agriculture and Natural Resources programs held in the past year were the focus of this presentation.  There will be several opportunities for you to get involved in the coming year with upcoming programs, so I hope to see you at these events that will be planned with you in mind.

 

Don’t forget about the Carcass Show which will be taking place Tuesday, September 9 at Mt. Victory Meats.  This program will begin at 6:00 pm and will feature the champion and reserve champion market livestock on the rail (see attached flier).  Other events this week include a Sheep Tour planning committee meeting Wednesday, September 10, starting at 4:00 pm in the Extension office.  The Farm Bureau Board is meeting Thursday, September 11 at the fairgrounds, starting at 6:30 pm.  Ag Council will be meeting for breakfast at Henry’s Restaurant on Friday, September 12, starting at 7:00 am for sharing of agriculture and county information and a discussion of Ohio Farm Custom Rates.  By the way, the Farm Science Review is coming up next week, September 16-18 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London.  Make sure you read the attached news release about this event and purchase your pre-sale tickets by September 15.  We have them available for $7.00 at the Extension office, which will save you from paying $10 per ticket at the gate.

2014 Carcass Show Flyer

FSR News Release

Putman County Extension Educator Jim Hoorman wrote an informative article about Cover Crop Herbicide Programs.  I have attached this article which contains recommendations to avoid carry-over problems and residual activity that may affect your cover crops.  There are also some informative articles below that I have selected from this past week’s CORN Newsletter that you may be interested in reading.

Putnam County Sentinel Cover Crop Herbicides

 

Mark

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessing the risk of frost injury to late maturing corn – Peter Thomison

According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service (http://www.nass.usda.gov/) as of August 31, 87 percent of Ohio’s corn acreage was in the dough stage (R4), nearly the same as the five-year average of 88 percent. Forty-one percent of the corn acreage was in the dent stage (R5), compared to 49 percent for the five-year average. In some areas of the state corn is considerably behind the five-year average because of late planting (the result of persistent rains and excessively wet soils that delayed planting in some localized areas) and cooler than normal temperatures in July. This later than normal maturation of the corn crop had led to questions about the likelihood for frost damage and whether more fuel will be needed to dry corn.  To continue reading this article, go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-29/assessing-the-risk-of-frost-injury-to-late-maturing-corn.

 

 

 

 

 

We’re looking for a few good Amaranth populations – Mark Loux

OSU weed science is once again looking for seed from populations of Amaranth species – waterhemp, Palmer amaranth, and redroot/smooth pigweed – to screen for herbicide resistance this winter.  We will be collecting seed from infested fields we encounter during our annual survey of the state next month.  We would also encourage readers to submit seed from problem Amaranth populations in their fields.  Amaranth seed are mature when small black seeds fall out of the seedhead when it is shaken or rapped against something.  Seedheads should be cut off and stored in open paper bags to allow further drying, until arrangements can be made to get them to us.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-29/we2019re-looking-for-a-few-good-amaranth-populations to finish reading this article.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Farm Science Review 2014: Plan your show – Nathan Douridas

Plan to attend the 2014 Farm Science Review September 16th-18th in London, Ohio. The FSR show hours are: Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Thursday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  You can plan your show now by visiting fsr.osu.edu and looking at the Schedule of events, Exhibit area maps, and 2014 Exhibitor listings. Field demonstrations will occur daily depending on weather starting at 12:30 pm. Some of those demonstrations include corn and soybean harvesting, tillage, nutrient application including gypsum, planter technology, UAV (drones), and field drainage installations including controlled drainage.  Be sure to visit the AgCrops Team demonstration plots as you enter the show from the public parking lot.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-29/farm-science-review-2014-plan-your-show to read more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Will the late increase in soybean aphid hurt yield? – Andy Michel

Over the last two weeks, many growers have seen rapid increases in soybean aphid populations.  This is similar to the late outbreak seen last year, when aphids infested during the R5-R6 growth stage transition.  As a reminder, it takes a lot of soybean aphid to impact yield after the R6 growth stage, likely above 1,000 aphids per plant.  Even at R5 and below, aphids do not hurt yield until ~500-600 aphids per plant.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-29/will-the-late-increase-in-soybean-aphid-hurt-yield to continue reading this article about soybean aphids.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last alfalfa cutting of the year – Rory Lewandowski, Mark Sulc

The cool, wet spring followed by rainy weather well into the summer has delayed hay cutting schedules across much of Ohio. The delayed cutting schedules will likely mean that many fields won’t be ready for a last harvest until we are into the critical fall rest period for alfalfa, considered to be from September 7 to 15 to late October in Ohio. Careful consideration is warranted if this is the situation. Cutting during the critical fall rest period if often practiced in Ohio without great harm to the stand, but it always carries risk to stand health. The fall period is when alfalfa and other tall legumes like red clover undergo many physiological responses to the cooling weather in preparation for the winter.  Finish reading about alfalfa cuttings at http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-29/last-alfalfa-cutting-of-the-year.

 

 

 

Mark A. Badertscher

Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator

OSU Extension Hardin County

1021 W. Lima Street, Suite 103, Kenton, OH 43326

419-674-2297 Office

hardin.osu.edu

September 1, 2014

Hello,

Fair time is almost here!  There has been a large amount of activity at the fairgrounds preparing for this event over the past week.  Our Master Gardener Volunteer table is taking shape for the Arts & Crafts Building.  See the attached files about the Master Gardener Volunteer program and an enrollment form for our fall training course.  You will also want to check out the Garden Club booths while you are in the Arts & Crafts Building, as the theme this year is monochrome colors which should make for some interesting displays.  Don’t forget to pick up an Agriculture Hall of Fame application while you are in the Machinery Building reading about the 2013 inductees.  Remember to stop by the 100th Anniversary Celebration of Cooperative Extension which will be going on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Community Building at the fair. Also, I would like to make you aware of the Live Healthy Live Well Fall Challenge.  See the attached flier and go to http://go.osu.edu/Hardinfall14 or contact Kathy Oliver at 419-674-2297 or oliver.1@osu.edu to participate in this event.

MGV Program Overview

MGV Enrollment Form

2014 Fall Challenge Flyer

This past Friday I pulled the Western Bean Cutworm traps in the county.  There were a total of 10 WBC moths caught in four traps over an eight week period, but these levels are well below threshold levels.  I would like to thank Jeff Billenstein, Dan Hiller, Paul Ralston, and Jerry Layman for allowing me to put the traps in their fields.  Last week I also had the opportunity to travel with Ohio Department of Agriculture Director David Daniels and Congressman Bob Latta as we toured the farms of Jan & Cindy Layman and Steve & Madelyn Lowery.  These stops were part of a series of visits to Wyandot and Hardin County farms on that day to gain feedback from local farmers about the needs of agriculture.  You might have seen the article in the Kenton Times or the report on WLIO-TV News about this visit.

 

Although this week’s activities will center around the Hardin County Fair, I have also attached an article and flier about this year’s Carcass Show of Champions, which will be held Tuesday, September 9 at Mt. Victory Meats, starting at 6:00 pm.  This program will evaluate the grand champion and reserve steers, barrows, gilts, lambs, and goats on the rail.  I have also included information about the upcoming Annie’s Project course for farm women hosted by Putnam County Extension, and a field day for Certified Crop Advisors at the Farm Science Review site.  One final thing I would like to mention is that the Extension office will be closed during the fair, so if you would like to speak to any of the Extension Educators during this time, please call the fair office and leave a message.  Until then, you may be interested in reading some of the articles that I have included below.

Carcass Show News Release

2014 Carcass Show Flyer

Putnam County Sentinel Annie Project

2014 FSR CCA field day flyer

 

Mark
 

 

 

 

 

 

BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES TO KEEP PHOSPHORUS ON THE FIELD – Steve Culman, Elizabeth (Libby) Dayton, Kevin King, Greg LaBarge

Looking at current Ohio field research and the literature available on the topic of minimizing losses of phosphorus at the edge of the field the following recommendations are a starting point to maximizing productivity while minimizing environmental impacts on water quality. Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-28/best-management-practices-to-keep-phosphorus-on-the-field to read more about phosphorus rate, application, and timing.

 

 

 

 

 

SELECT A LIME SOURCE BASED ON ENP – Ed Lentz, Steve Culman

A soil analysis will tell whether a field needs lime to raise the soil pH. The lime rate per acre will be determined from the buffer pH or lime test index of the soil analysis. Lime recommendations are generally given as tons per acre. Any lime source may be used to correct soil acidity; however, lime sources will vary in price and quality of material. The Ohio Department of Agriculture evaluates all liming sources sold commercially in Ohio. Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-28/select-a-lime-source-based-on-enp for lime recommendations.

 

 

 

 

CORN SILAGE HARVEST TIMING – Mark Sulc, Peter Thomison, Bill Weiss

Corn development has accelerated with the recent warm temperatures. Silage harvest has begun in some parts of Ohio with earlier planting dates. Proper harvest timing is critical because it ensures the proper dry matter content required for high quality preservation, which in turn results in good animal performance and lower feed costs.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-28/corn-silage-harvest-timing to continue reading this article about corn silage.

 

 

 

 

 

COVER CROPS PLANTED AFTER CORN SILAGE – James J Hoorman

Farmers who harvest corn silage will often drill cereal rye at 2-2.5 bushel per acre 1 inch deep (no more than 2 inches deep) , apply manure, and then harvest 3-5 wet tons (1.5 to 2.5 tons dry matter) of spring forage before planting corn or soybeans.  Manure or extra nitrogen (50-75 pounds actual N) is critical for good forage growth in the fall and spring and to prevent the corn from turning yellow (N deficiency) next spring.  Cereal rye will absorb 3-3.5%N and 0.2% of its total biomass as N and P respectively.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-28/cover-crops-planted-after-corn-silage to finish reading about cover crops options.

 

 

 

 

 

SEPTEMBER TRAINING FOR NEW AGRICULTURAL FERTILIZER APPLICATOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM – Greg LaBarge

The first of 3 late summer sessions for those who would like to attend the training for the new Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certification Program are scheduled for September 12, 25 and 26. Attending one of these training events will meet the requirements for “Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certification Program” as established in legislation Senate Bill 150 that is administered by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.  Go to http://corn.osu.edu/newsletters/2014/2014-28/september-training-for-new-agricultural-fertilizer-applicator-certification-program to find out the locations and times of these training events.

 

 

Mark A. Badertscher

Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator

OSU Extension Hardin County

1021 W. Lima Street, Suite 103, Kenton, OH 43326

419-674-2297 Office

hardin.osu.edu