CORN Newsletter

December 7 – December 20, 2021

 

Editor: Mark Badertscher

 

2021 Ohio Corn Performance Test: Regional Overviews

Authors: Rich Minyo, Allen Geyer, David Lohnes, Matt Lowe

In 2021, 121 corn hybrids representing 16 commercial brands were evaluated in the Ohio Corn Performance Test (OCPT).

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2021 Ohio Soybean Performance Trial – Final Report Now Available!

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Allen Geyer

The purpose of the Ohio Soybean Performance Trials is to evaluate soybean varieties for yield and other agronomic characteristics. This evaluation gives soybean producers comparative information for selecting the best varieties for their unique production systems.

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Alternative Spring Burndown/Postemergence Strategies when Herbicides are in Short Supply

Author: Mark Loux

Note:  This article represents the combined thinking of weed scientists from Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania

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Lime Considerations

Authors: Ed Lentz, CCA, Steve Culman, Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA

Many individuals have already applied lime this fall; however, lime can still be applied before planting next spring. It is important to test soil pH and determine whether any lime needs to be applied for future crops.

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Done with Harvest? Collect Sample for SCN Analysis!

Author: Horacio Lopez-Nicora

Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is silently gaining territory in Ohio as SCN numbers are rising. The ability to reproduce on soybean cultivars with ‘SCN-resistance’ threatens Ohio soybean production. To take action, we need to know our numbers.

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Ohio No-till Conference December 8

Author: Randall Reeder

The annual Ohio No-till Conference will be held on December 8 at Der Dutchman Restaurant, located at 445 South Jefferson (US Route 42) in Plain City.

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Free Modules: Earn CEUs for Learning About Seeding Rate Decisions in Corn and Soybean

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Alexander Lindsey

Seeding rate decisions are important to optimize yield in soybean and corn. Four 30-minute virtual self-paced modules are now available and can be viewed in any order. Topics include:

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Soil Health Webinars Return for 2022

Author: Mary Griffith

This winter the Agronomic Crops Team will offer a monthly webinar series focused on soil health. Farmers, industry, and academic experts will weigh in on practical steps to improve soil health and measure impact on crop yield and farm profitability.

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Upcoming Ohio Certified Crop Adviser Pre-Exam Preparation Class

Author: Lee Beers, CCA

Are you interested in

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Upcoming Events

 

January 5

 

Precision University Session 1: Adapting to Supply Chain Shortages (Online)

 

January 12

 

Certified Crop Adviser Exam Preparation

 

January 12

 

Precision University Session 2: Is Sulfur Limiting your Yields? (Online)

 

January 19

 

Precision University Session 3: Equipment and Ag Tech for Nutrient and Weed Control Delivery (Springfield)

 

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.

 

Contributors:

 

Glen Arnold, CCA
Field Specialist, Manure Nutrient Management

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Carrie Brown
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Taylor Dill
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ken Ford
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mike Gastier, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jason Hartschuh, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Elizabeth Hawkins
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Ed Lentz, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
Assistant Professor – Plant Pathology

 

Mark Loux
State Specialist, Weed Science

 

Andy Michel
State Specialist, Entomology

 

Jim Noel
National Weather Service

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Aaron Wilson
Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center

 

Ted Wiseman
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Chris Zoller
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

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