Frosty Corn, Toasted Plants

Is frost the kiss of death for young corn plants?Read what R.L. (Bob) Neilson has to say about frost and young corn plants.

     
The Health of Your Soil
 
 
 As humans, many of us try to look after our health and go
 to the doctor regularly for a check up. Farmers take soil
 samples from their fields to check the fertility status every
 three years. Those who have implemented best
 management practices for their soil often wonder if their
 efforts are paying off. Good soil management can pay off 
 in more consistent and higher yields. But, how do you
 know how healthy your soil is?  
 
 Read the article by Adam Hayes, Soil Management
 Specialist/Field Crops, OMAFRA to find out.

Crop Pests & Insects
-What You Need to Know-
 
 
 The Alfalfa Weevil and Soybean Aphid are only a
 couple of tiny terrors that can cause havoc on your
 crops. Read more on these and other crop pests
 and insects. 

 

Crop Disease
-What to Watch Out For-
 
 
 Fusarium, Smut, Root Rot - a few of the diseases
 that you can find in your fields. Need to know
 more? Than take a look at the attached articles for
 more information. 

 

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