CORN Newsletter

January 30 – February 5, 2024

 

Editor: Clifton Martin, CCA

 

Ohio Corn Performance Test (OCPT) 2023 Results

Authors: Rich Minyo, Osler Ortez

The Ohio Corn Performance Test (OCPT) was started in Ohio in 1972. To date, it has a history of 50+ years. The purpose of OCPT is to evaluate corn hybrids for grain yield and other important agronomic characteristics.

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Crop Response to Phosphorus Fertilizer in Ohio

Authors: Dr. Manbir Rakkar, Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA

Phosphorus (P) is an essential plant nutrient and P fertilizers are added to supplement the soil’s available P. There are economic and environmental benefits to making informed decisions about P fertilizer use.

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Winter Application of Manure in Ohio

Author: Glen Arnold, CCA

Most producers have had the needed dry weather this fall to get livestock manure applied to fields. However, a wetter than normal corn crop and full elevators, did delay corn harvest longer than normal in some areas.

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2024 Ohio Weeds University Regional Locations Set

Authors: Sarah Noggle, Ken Ford

OSU Extension invites crop producers, CCAs, and agribusinesses to attend a regional 2024 Ohio State Weeds University on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at locations across the state.

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Battle for the Belt Winter Meetings- Virtual on February 2 & In-Person in March!

Authors: Osler Ortez, Laura Lindsey, Taylor Dill, Amanda Douridas, CCA, Dean Kreager, Ken Ford, Mike Estadt, Mark Badertscher

Register (https://go.osu.edu/cornsoy) today for our Virtual Corn College & Soybean School held on Friday, February 2, which will include a ‘Battle for the Belt’ discussion in the mornin

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2024 Northwest Ohio Agronomy Crops Day February 7

Author: Alan Leininger

Henry County will be hosting the 2024 Northwest Ohio Agronomy Crops Day on February 7th, 2024.

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Upcoming Events

 

January 15

 

2024 Central Ohio Agronomy School: “The Nuts & Bolts About Corn & Soybean Production”

 

January 22

 

2024 Central Ohio Agronomy School: “The Nuts & Bolts About Corn & Soybean Production”

 

January 29

 

2024 Central Ohio Agronomy School: “The Nuts & Bolts About Corn & Soybean Production”

 

February 5

 

2024 Central Ohio Agronomy School: “The Nuts & Bolts About Corn & Soybean Production”

 

February 6

 

2024 Allen County Ag Outlook and Agronomy Day

 

February 8

 

Grower Panel – Cover Crop Info Drop webinar

 

February 21

 

2024 Weeds University

 

March 7

 

What’s the Beef with Soil Health and Livestock? webinar

 

About C.O.R.N. Newsletter

C.O.R.N. Newsletter is a summary of crop observations, related information, and appropriate recommendations for Ohio crop producers and industry. C.O.R.N. Newsletter is produced by the Ohio State University Extension Agronomy Team, state specialists at The Ohio State University and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC). C.O.R.N. Newsletter questions are directed to Extension and OARDC state specialists and associates at Ohio State.

We are hiring!

Join our team! We are hiring a SNAP-Ed Program Assistant. The application for this position is now open and can be completed by going to go.osu.edu/brownsnap. See the flyer below for full position details. Contact OSU Extension Brown County with any questions by calling 937-378-6716.

Local Food Seminar #15

On Sunday, February 4, 2024 at St. George Church (501 E. State St., Georgetown, OH 45121) is Local Food Seminar #15.

During this seminar there will be keynote speakers, snacks, breakout sessions, gift basket drawings, local producer displays and food related groups. This event is co-sponsored by Catholic Rural Life, OSU Extension Brown County, Adams Brown Diabetes Education Coalition, Adams Brown Community Action Partnership, Brown County Food Council and Adams County Food Council. See the flyer below for the full agenda of speakers and topics.

February Wednesday Women in Ag Webinar: Identifying and Controlling Invasive Species in the Fence Row and Woodland Edge

Join the Ohio Women in Agriculture on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 for the next session on Identifying and Controlling Invasive Species in the Fence Row and Woodland Edge. The unwanted and invasive plant list seems to be growing – literally and figuratively. Join us to learn more about these problematic plants, how to identify them, and methods of managing them on your property.

Register at this link one time for all the series: go.osu.edu/wiawednesdaywebinars2024.

Event Sponsors: Ohio State University Extension, Ohio Women in Agriculture Learning Network Team.