After the worst start to a cropping season in decades, mid-season lack of rain in parts of Illinois, and season-long low crop ratings, it’s time to take a look at what comes next as 2019 moves into its final stages.
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Problems caused by unfavorable conditions this season have resulted in greater than normal weed escapes. These weeds may reduce crop yields and definitely will contribute to future weed problems via new seed.
Interest in cover crops has increased in recent times. The discussion has occurred even more in the 2019 growing season due to widespread row crop prevent acres.
However, for growers who practice strict corn-soybean rotation, the cover crop selection options are severely limited. Because of extremely low temperatures, cover crop species do not establish, or in some cases even survive, following row crop harvest.
After rising sharply two months in a row, the Ag Economy Barometer weakened significantly in August, falling back to a reading of 124, down 29 points compared to a month earlier and just slightly below the June reading of 126.
If you’ve seen nitrogen (N) deficiency symptoms in corn popping up in fields, you’re not alone. Crops in the past couple weeks have begun to show substantial N deficiency symptoms around the R3-R4 stages.
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — While agricultural retailers and chemical applicators may compete for business throughout the year, they are united by the same challenges of weather, regulations and new technology.
