This winter's cold temperatures plus a long-range weather outlook bode well for the start of the upcoming Mid-Atlantic growing season.Â
Field Crop News
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has approved measures to address growing concerns about crop damage by wildlife.
Maryland farmers are asking lawmakers to expand ways to protect crops from voracious deer. Some farmers say they have had to abandon fields because deer destroyed the crop.
It's time to evaluate late-emerged wheat fields for germination, stand counts and yield potential while considering vernalization and nitrogen management strategies.
University of Maryland specialists offer tips for establishing strong forage stands, both for annuals and perennials.
At Penn State Extension's Greenhouse Growers Day, Patricia Prade presented ways to protect pollinator insects when using pesticides.
Manure injection is becoming more accepted by the no-till community, but the practice still faces some hurdles.
During Delaware Ag Week, Extension Weed Specialist Mark VanGessel updated farmers on the latest in herbicide resistance and how to manage it.Â
Brad Kiefer is winning multiple corn and soybean yield contests by sticking with his grandfather's way of farming.
A prediction model suggests storing corn is generally more profitable than soybeans, though risk-takers might benefit from storing soybeans.
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