CORN Newsletter

 

January 31 – February 13, 2023

 

Editor: Chris Zoller

 

Weather Update: January 2023 – A Month of Soil Moisture Recharge

Author: Aaron Wilson

Summary

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Sampling Corn Grain for Vomitoxin

Author: Pierce Paul

Moldy grain and vomitoxin levels vary considerably within the grain lot.

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Cover Crop Management Seminar

Authors: Mark Badertscher, Randall Reeder

Cody Beacom and Jim Hoorman are the headline speakers for a Cover Crop Management three-hour morning program presented by the Ohio No-Till Council, Hardin County OSU Extension, and The Nature Conservancy.

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REDMINDER: Join Us for the 3rd Annual Virtual Corn College and Soybean School

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Amanda Douridas, CCA, Taylor Dill

Due to popular demand, the AgCrops Team will host the 3rd annual virtual Corn College and Soybean School on February 10, 2023 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM featuring your OSU Extension state specialists and soil fertility guest speaker, Dr.

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Northwest Ohio Agronomy Day

Author: Alan Leininger

Henry County will be hosting the 2023 Northwest Ohio Agronomy Crops Day on February 8th, 2023. This year’s event will feature Dr. Pierce Paul, Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Plant Pathology at the Ohio State University.

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Hot Topics in Grain Crops Series

Author: Ed Lentz, CCA

The Ohio State University Extension – Hancock County office will be offering its Hot Topics in Grain Crops Series over three evenings in February and March at the Hancock County Agricultural Service Center, 7868 CR 140, Findlay, OH 45840.

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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

 

Nic Baumer

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Carrie Brown
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dirk Dempsey
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Taylor Dill
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Emmons
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Ken Ford
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mike Gastier, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Don Hammersmith
Program Assistant, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jamie Hampton
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Elizabeth Hawkins
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ed Lentz, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Jordan Penrose
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Program Manager

 

Brooks Warner
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ted Wiseman
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

 

CORN Newsletter

 

January 18 – January 24, 2023

 

Editor: Chris Zoller

 

Great Lakes Wheat Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) Registration Closing Soon!

Authors: Mike Estadt, Laura Lindsey, Eric Richer, CCA

Wheat growers interested in becoming part of a ground-breaking new program in the Great Lakes region must register now, so they don’t lose out on the 2023 opportunity to learn more about their wheat crop and how to hit their yield potential.

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Join Us for the 3rd Annual Virtual Corn College and Soybean School

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Amanda Douridas, CCA, Taylor Dill

Due to popular demand, the AgCrops Team will host the 3rd annual virtual Corn College and Soybean School on February 10, 2023 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM featuring your OSU Extension state specialists and soil fertility guest speaker, Dr.

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Madison and Champaign Counties offer Soybean School

Authors: Amanda Douridas, CCA, Grant Davis, CCA

If you want to up your soybean game, Madison and Champaign Counties are offering an in-person Soybean School where you can gain useful insight from university soybean specialists.

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Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certification Training and Testing Option

Author: Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA

Fertilizer applicator certification began in 2014. The agricultural fertilizer applicator certificate is required by the Ohio Department of Agriculture when you apply fertilizer to more than 50 acres of agricultural production.

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Citizen Science for Great Lakes Cover Crops – Spring 2023 Recruitment

 Project Description: The Soil & Agroecosystems Lab at the University of Michigan is seeking farmers to participate in a citizen science study to understand variation in cover crop growth across different farming conditions.
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Ohio Organic Corn Performance Test (OOCPT) – 2022 Results Available

Authors: Rich Minyo, Osler Ortez

The purpose of the Ohio Organic Corn Performance Test (OOCPT) is to evaluate certified organic corn hybrids for grain yield and other important agronomic characteristics.

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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

 

Nic Baumer

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Bennett
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Field Specialist, Farm Management

 

Rachel Cochran, CCA
Water Quality Extension Associate, Defiance, Van Wert, Paulding Counties

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Emmons
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Alyssa Essman
Visiting Assistant Professor

 

Allen Gahler
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Don Hammersmith
Program Assistant, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Field Specialist, Farm Management

 

Aaron Wilson
Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center

 

Josh Winters
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ted Wiseman
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

 

CORN Newsletter

January 4 – January 17, 2023

 

Editor: Chris Zoller

 

Weather Update: A Warm and Wet Start to 2023

Author: Aaron Wilson

Summary

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Don’t Miss Out on 2023 Soil Health Webinar Series

Authors: Stephanie Karhoff, CCA, Tony Nye, Taylor Dill, Jamie Hampton

Join the OSU Extension Agronomic Crops Team 2023 Soil Health Webinar series for a Thursday morning series about soil health.

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Join Us for the 2023 Precision U Webinars

Authors: Elizabeth Hawkins, John Fulton, Amanda Douridas, CCA, Ken Ford, Amanda Bennett

A different approach to farming is on the horizon as automated technologies are becoming available. The 2023 Precision U event will focus on “Automating Agriculture: The Future of Farming.” The event will be online with three Zoom webinars.

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Cover Crops Roundtables Hosted in Paulding County

Authors: Rachel Cochran, CCA, Sarah Noggle

Paulding County Extension is re-starting its Cover Crops Roundtable Series after a three-year hiatus. This series was created as a platform for farmer-to-farmer interaction, with OSU Extension serving as the discussion moderator.

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2023 “Climate &…” Webinar Series

Author: Aaron Wilson

As we know, weather and climate impact agriculture in significant ways.

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Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast Series

Author: Mark Badertscher

The 2023 Conservation Tillage Club breakfast program series will begin on Thursday, January 12 at the Plaza Inn Restaurant in Mt. Victory. Each session will start at 7:30 am with a complimentary buffet breakfast followed by the program at 8:00 am.

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Upcoming Events

 

January 12

 

Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast

 

January 26

 

Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast

 

February 9

 

Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast

 

February 23

 

Conservation Tillage Club Breakfast

 

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

 

Amanda Bennett
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Rachel Cochran, CCA
Water Quality Extension Associate, Defiance, Van Wert, Paulding Counties

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dirk Dempsey
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Emmons
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Mike Gastier, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Don Hammersmith
Program Assistant, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jeffory A. Hattey
Professor

 

Doug Karcher
Chair, Horticulture and Crop Science

 

Alan Leininger
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Sarah Noggle
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Jordan Penrose
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Field Specialist, Farm Management

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Josh Winters
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

CORN Newsletter

 

10-25-22/10-31-22

 

Editor: Matthew Schmerge

 

FALL IS THE BEST TIME TO SAMPLE FOR SOYBEAN CYST NEMATODE (SCN)

Author: Horacio Lopez-Nicora

Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) remains the most economically damaging soybean pathogen in North America. If SCN levels are above damage threshold, significant yield reduction can often take place without visible symptoms.

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2023 Ohio Organic Grain Conference

Author: Eric Richer, CCA

Taking Your Farm a Different Direction

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Keep In Mind Soil Test K And pH Are Affected By Low Soil Moisture

Author: Jim Camberato

Will dry soils impact soil test values for 2022 fall soil testing? Jim Cambarato, Soil Fertility Specialist at Purdue University, did an excellent article on this question. In case you missed it, we are reprinting Jim’s article.

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Upcoming Events

 

January 4

 

2023 Ohio Organic Grain Conference

 

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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

John Barker
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Taylor Dill
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Emmons
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Mike Estadt
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ken Ford
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jamie Hampton
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Elizabeth Hawkins
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Stephanie Karhoff, CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Tony Nye
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Beth Scheckelhoff
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Program Manager

 

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

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

CORN Newsletter

10-18-22/10-24-22

 

Editor: Matthew Schmerge

 

Weather Update: A Winter Preview Before Warmer Weather Returns

Author: Aaron Wilson

 

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Watch for potential frost damage to non-mature corn

Authors: Osler Ortez, Aaron Wilson, Alexander Lindsey

In Ohio, October usually brings our first fall freeze

Read more

 

2022 Ohio Soybean Performance Trials- South Region Results Available

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Allen Gahler

Results for the 2022 Ohio Soybean Performance Trials are available for the South Region (Preble and Clinton County): https://stepupsoy.osu.edu/si

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Increase Your Seeding Rate For Late-Planted Wheat

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Prabath Senanayaka Mudiyanselage

In general, the best time to plant wheat is the 10-day period starting the day after the fly-free safe date.  When wheat is planted more than 10-days after the fly-free safe date, there is an increased chance of reduced fall growth and winterhardiness, but the same yield may be

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The War Against Weeds Podcast

Author: Alyssa Essman

The War Against Weeds Podcast is back for season four! We’re in the midst of harvest which means endless cab hours, what better time to start a new series?

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Fall Sprayer Maintenance

Author: Erdal Ozkan

Proper winterizing and storing your sprayer now help you mitigate costly problems in the spring

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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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Emmons
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Alyssa Essman
Visiting Assistant Professor

 

Ken Ford
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Allen Gahler
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

 

Courtney Krieger
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Jordan Penrose
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Beth Scheckelhoff
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Program Manager

 

Mark Sulc
State Specialist, Forage Production

 

Aaron Wilson
Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

 

CORN Newsletter

 

10-11-22/10-17-22

 

Editor: Matthew Schmerge

 

Another Article about Fall Herbicides?!

Author: Alyssa Essman

In the past couple of weeks, Mark Loux and Mark Sulc gave us some good reminders about the value of fall applied herbicides.

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Labs that test nitrates and prussic acid levels in forages

Author: Mark Sulc

Last week I wrote about the potential for some forage toxicities and other problems that can develop in the fall of the year (for the full article go to

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October is here, harvest considerations for corn grain

Authors: Osler Ortez, Alexander Lindsey

Despite a late start in many areas on the 2022 crop season, during the last days of September and early October, combines started to roll around the state.

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Manure Application and Wheat

Author: Glen Arnold, CCA

There have been several calls this past week on using livestock manure as fertilizer for a recently planted or soon to be planted wheat crop.

Read more

 

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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

John Barker
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Bennett
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Alyssa Essman
Visiting Assistant Professor

 

Mike Estadt
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Allen Gahler
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Don Hammersmith
Program Assistant, 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

 

Stephanie Karhoff, CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Alan Leininger
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Sarah Noggle
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Tony Nye
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Jordan Penrose
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Program Manager

 

Mark Sulc
State Specialist, Forage Production

 

Aaron Wilson
Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center

 

Josh Winters
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ted Wiseman
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

CORN Newsletter

 

September 6 – September 12, 2022

 

Editor: Ken Ford

 

Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) Or Brown Stem Rot (BSR)? That is the question!

Author: Horacio Lopez-Nicora

In August we started finding soybean diseases in Ohio.

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Late-season waterhemp and Palmer amaranth scouting resources

Author: Alyssa Essman

Waterhemp and Palmer amaranth plants that have escaped POST applications or emerged after are now starting to develop mature seed. These plants can produce upwards of one million seeds per plant in certain situations.

Read more

 

Farm Science Review Agronomy College Sept 13

Authors: Amanda Douridas, Jason Hartschuh, CCA

Ohio State University Extension and the Ohio AgriBusiness Association will again partner to hold the Farm Science Review Agronomy College on Sept. 13.

Read more

 

Weather Update: Average Start to Fall

Author: Aaron Wilson

Summary

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Do I Really Need to Wait for the Fly-Free Date? Wheat Planting Date and Other Management Considerations for Fall 2022

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Kelley Tilmon, Pierce Paul, Ed Lentz, CCA, Eric Richer, CCA

Now that we’ve entered September, wheat planting is just around the corner. It can be tempting to plant wheat before your county’s Hessian fly-safe date (Figure 1); however, the best time to plant wheat is the 10-day period starting the day after the fly-safe date.

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Lep Monitoring Update: FAW Trapping Continues

Authors: Amy Raudenbush, Kelley Tilmon, Andy Michel

Fall Armyworm

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Seed testing for cover crops to meet germination and purity requirements

Authors: Alexander Lindsey, Laura Lindsey

Seed quality is key to establishing a good crop (or cover crop). Earlier this year, the Ohio Seed Improvement Association seed test laboratory closed.

Read more

 

Upcoming Events

 

September 13

 

FSR Agronomy College

 

September 19

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 20

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 20

 

60th Annual Farm Science Review

 

September 21

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 22

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 23

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 24

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 25

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 26

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 27

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 28

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour

 

September 29

 

NW Ohio, NE Indiana, SE Michigan Soil Health Tour Wrap Up Event

 

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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

John Barker
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Bennett
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dirk Dempsey
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Taylor Dill
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Alyssa Essman
Visiting Assistant Professor

 

Mike Estadt
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mike Gastier, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Don Hammersmith
Program Assistant, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jamie Hampton
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Elizabeth Hawkins
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Amber Herman
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Stephanie Karhoff, CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Rob Leeds
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist, Soybean Pathology

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Sarah Noggle
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Tony Nye
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Jordan Penrose
OSU Extension Educator

 

Eric Richer, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Barry Ward
Program Leader

 

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

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

CORN Newsletter

 

July 26-August 1

 

Editor: Stephanie Karhoff

 

Weather Update: Ample July Precipitation for Most

Author: Aaron Wilson

Summary

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Defoliation in Soybean and Corn

Authors: Kelley Tilmon, Andy Michel

Starting in July and through August, a number of different insect species (such as beetles and various caterpillars) can feed on corn and soybean leaves.  Foliage feeding in corn is almost never economic, though economic damage from silk clipping by beetles is possib

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2022 Ohio Wheat Performance Test- Results Available Online

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Matthew Hankinson

Results from the 2022 Ohio Wheat Performance Test are now online by clicking HERE.

Read more

 

Seeding Perennial Forages in Late Summer

Author: Mark Sulc

August is the second good window of opportunity of the year for establishing perennial forage stands (spring being the first good planting time). August is also the ideal time for filling in gaps in seedings made this spring.

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Other Corn Ear Abnormalities – when and why do they develop?

Author: Osler Ortez

Despite many corn acres having reached tasseling, other corn acres are still in rapidly growing stages, mid to late vegetative. Any adverse conditions can still affect the crop through or prior to harvest.

Read more

 

Lep Monitoring Update WBC Numbers Increase, Scouting Expands

Authors: Jessi Raubenolt, Bridger Cline, Amy Raudenbush, Suranga Basnagala , Kyle Akred, Angela Arnold, Frank Becker, Lee Beers, CCA, Bruce Clevenger, CCA, Thomas deHaas, Taylor Dill, Allen Gahler, Kasey Goodchild, Don Hammersmith, Jamie Hampton, Jason Hartschuh, CCA, Andrew Holden, Stephanie Karhoff, Ed Lentz, CCA, David Marrison, Clifton Martin, CCA, Jess McWatters, James Morris, Sarah Noggle, Les Ober, CCA, Richard Purdin, Eric Richer, CCA, Clint Schroeder, Mike Sunderman, Frank Thayer, Cindy Wallace, Curtis Young, CCA, Chris Zoller, Andy Michel, Kelley Tilmon

Western Bean Cutworm

Read more

 

Upcoming Events

 

July 26

 

Manure Science Review (Ohio)

 

July 27

 

Tri-State Precision Agriculture Conference

 

July 27

 

Agronomy 101 Field Day

 

August 4

 

Agriculture and Water Quality: How do TMDLs and Edge-of-Field Monitoring fit in?

 

August 9

 

Drainage Installation Field Day

 

August 16

 

SW Ohio Corn Growers – Agronomy Field Day

 

August 16

 

Scioto Watershed Whole Farm Conservation Event

 

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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mike Gastier, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jason Hartschuh, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Herman
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Courtney Krieger
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Alan Leininger
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist

 

Clifton Martin, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jess McWatters

 

James Morris
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Sarah Noggle
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Celeste Nye

 

Tony Nye
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mark Sulc
State Specialist, Forage Production

 

Kelley Tilmon
State Specialist, Field Crop Entomology

 

Barry Ward
Program Leader

 

Aaron Wilson
Byrd Polar & Climate Research Center

 

Ted Wiseman
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

CORN Newsletter

July 19-25

 

Editor: Stephanie Karhoff

 

Soybean Progress and Pod Set Growth Stages

Author: Laura Lindsey

Currently, most soybean fields in Ohio are at the R3 growth stage, meaning there is a pod at least 3/16 inch long (but less than 3/4 inch long) at one of the four uppermost nodes on the main stem with a fully developed leaf.

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To Spray or Not to Spray…Foliar Products at R3

Authors: Laura Lindsey, Andy Michel, Horacio Lopez-Nicora

When should I spray a foliar fungicide?

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Ohio Farm Custom Rates 2022

Authors: Barry Ward, John Barker, Eric Richer, CCA

Farming is a complex business and many Ohio farmers utilize outside assistance for specific farm-related work. This option is appealing for tasks requiring specialized equipment or technical expertise.

Read more

 

Scioto Watershed Whole Farm Conservation Event on August 16, 9:00am – 12:00pm

Author: Aaron Wilson

Registration:

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Southwest Ohio Corn Growers & Fayette County Agronomy Field Day: Tuesday, August 16th, 2022

Author: Ken Ford

Fayette County will be the place to be on August 16th, 2022.

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Crop Water Use in Corn – What Do We Know?

Authors: Osler Ortez, Alexander Lindsey, Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA

When traveling across the state, many corn fields show well-developed tassels. Hopefully, closer field inspection also finds emerged silks that are needed to pollinate ovules on the developing ears (Figure 1).

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Lep Monitoring Update WBC Numbers on the Rise, Scouting Recommended

Authors: Bridger Cline, Amy Raudenbush, Suranga Basnagala , Kyle Akred, Jessi Raubenolt, Angela Arnold, Mark Badertscher, Frank Becker, Bruce Clevenger, CCA, Thomas deHaas, Nick Eckel, Allen Gahler, Kasey Goodchild, Don Hammersmith, Jason Hartschuh, CCA, Andrew Holden, Stephanie Karhoff, Ed Lentz, CCA, David Marrison, Clifton Martin, CCA, Jess McWatters, James Morris, Sarah Noggle, Richard Purdin, Eric Richer, CCA, Beth Scheckelhoff, Clint Schroeder, Mike Sunderman, Frank Thayer, Cindy Wallace, Curtis Young, CCA, Chris Zoller, Andy Michel, Kelley Tilmon

Western Bean Cutworm

Read more

 

Upcoming Events

 

July 23

 

Using Annual Forages in your Pasture, Pasture Walk (Morrow)

 

July 26

 

Manure Science Review (Ohio)

 

July 27

 

Tri-State Precision Agriculture Conference

 

July 27

 

Agronomy 101 Field Day

 

August 4

 

Agriculture and Water Quality: How do TMDLs and Edge-of-Field Monitoring fit in?

 

August 9

 

Drainage Installation Field Day

 

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

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

John Barker
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Rachel Cochran, CCA
Water Quality Extension Associate, Defiance, Van Wert, Paulding Counties

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Taylor Dill
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

 

Don Hammersmith

 

Jamie Hampton
Extension Educator, ANR

 

Amber Herman
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Courtney Krieger
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Alan Leininger
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jess McWatters

 

Andy Michel
State Specialist, Entomology

 

Tony Nye
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Pierce Paul
State Specialist, Corn and Wheat Diseases

 

Richard Purdin
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Beth Scheckelhoff
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Matthew Schmerge
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Clint Schroeder
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mark Sulc
State Specialist, Forage Production

 

Barry Ward
Program Leader

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

CORN Newsletter

July 12 – 18

 

Editor: Stephanie Karhoff

 

2022 Clean Sweep: Agricultural Pesticide Disposal

Author: Stephanie Karhoff

The Ohio Department of Agriculture will be sponsoring collection events for farmers wishing to dispose of unwanted pesticides. This year, the collections are happening in Erie, Greene and Van Wert counties on the following days and locations:

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Drainage Installation Field Day, Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Author: Clint Schroeder

The Ohio State University at Lima will be the host of a drainage installation field day on Tuesday, August 9th. Field demonstrations by the Ohio Land Improvement Contractors of America (OLICA) will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Read more

 

Complete CORN Reader Survey by July 20

Authors: Amanda Douridas, Clint Schroeder, Stephanie Karhoff

Help OSU Extension better understand current agricultural practices and improve outreach efforts by completing our reader survey by Wednesday, July 20.

Read more

 

Scouting for and Diagnosis and Quantification of Tar Spot

Authors: Pierce Paul, Jorge Valle

Tar spot is relatively easy to diagnose based on visual symptoms.

Read more

 

Arrested Ear Development in Corn – How to avoid them?

Author: Osler Ortez

The crop season in Ohio is rapidly gaining progress. Depending on planting dates and hybrid relative maturities corn crop can be anywhere between early vegetative and up to tasseling.

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Strong Storms and Downed Corn – How will this affect yield?

Authors: Alexander Lindsey, Osler Ortez, Peter Thomison

Strong storms the week of July 4th have led to some downed corn fields in parts of the state.

Read more

 

Lep Monitoring Update CEW, WBC, FAW and ECB Updates

Authors: Amy Raudenbush, Suranga Basnagala , Kyle Akred, Angela Arnold, Mark Badertscher, Frank Becker, Bruce Clevenger, CCA, Bridger Cline, Thomas deHaas, Taylor Dill, Nick Eckel, Don Hammersmith, Jason Hartschuh, CCA, Andrew Holden, Ed Lentz, CCA, David Marrison, Clifton Martin, CCA, Jess McWatters, James Morris, Sarah Noggle, Richard Purdin, Jessi Raubenolt, Eric Richer, CCA, Beth Scheckelhoff, Clint Schroeder, Mike Sunderman, Frank Thayer, Cindy Wallace, Curtis Young, CCA, Chris Zoller, Andy Michel, Kelley Tilmon, Lee Beers, CCA, Allen Gahler, Stephanie Karhoff, Kasey Goodchild

Western Bean Cutworm

Read more

 

Upcoming Events

 

July 13

 

Western Weed and Agronomy Field Day (Clark)

 

July 13

 

Soil Health Nexus Educator Training

 

July 23

 

Using Annual Forages in your Pasture, Pasture Walk (Morrow)

 

July 26

 

Manure Science Review (Ohio)

 

July 27

 

Agronomy 101 Field Day

 

August 4

 

Agriculture and Water Quality: How do TMDLs and Edge-of-Field Monitoring fit in?

 

August 9

 

Drainage Installation Field Day

 

August 17

 

Farm Pesticide Disposal at Van Wert County

 

August 24

 

Farm Pesticide Disposal at Erie County

 

August 25

 

2022 Agronomy Field Day (Morrow)

 

August 30

 

Farm Pesticide Disposal in Greene County

 

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:

 

Mark Badertscher
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

John Barker
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Lee Beers, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Bruce Clevenger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Trevor Corboy
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Grant Davis, CCA
Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Wayne Dellinger, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amanda Douridas
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Nick Eckel
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Alyssa Essman
Visiting Assistant Professor

 

Ken Ford
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Amber Herman
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Andrew Holden
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Dean Kreager
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Courtney Krieger
Water Quality Extension Associate

 

Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA
Field Specialist, Agronomic Systems

 

Laura Lindsey
State Specialist, Soybean and Small Grains

 

Horacio Lopez-Nicora
State Specialist

 

David Marrison
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Ryan McMichael
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Jess McWatters

 

Gigi Neal
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Sarah Noggle
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Les Ober, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Osler Ortez
State Specialist, Corn & Emerging Crops

 

Clint Schroeder
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

Mark Sulc
State Specialist, Forage Production

 

Curtis Young, CCA
Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources

 

The information presented here, along with any trade names used, is supplied with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is made by Ohio State University Extension is implied. Although every attempt is made to produce information that is complete, timely, and accurate, the pesticide user bears responsibility of consulting the pesticide label and adhering to those directions.

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.