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Understanding Black Layer Formation in Corn
The use of the term “black layer” is often a universal method among farmers and...
Paying Attention to In-Season Nitrogen Timing is Important when following a Rye Cover Crop
Managing and maintaining a high-yielding corn crop following a cereal rye cover crop can often be...
Stalk and Ear Rots: The Importance of Identifying Them Now to Help with Harvest Decisions
It is now time to evaluate fields for any stalk or ear rot symptoms. This will aid in making...
Silk Emergence, Silk Length, and Missing "Butt" Kernels
The process of pollination is one of the most critical periods for grain yield determination in...
Top "Dieback" and Senescence Patterns in Corn
As corn plants progress through grain fill and approach maturity, plant leaves naturally begin to...
How Does Wildfire Smoke Impact Corn Growth?
In recent years, Indiana has experienced an increase in air quality concerns during the summer...