C.O.R.N. Newsletter 2012-02

Glufosinate label changes and issues with 2,4-D supply?

Bayer recently made changes in the name, price, and some rates for glufosinate

Authors: Mark Loux

2011 Northwest Ohio Corn Silage Test

In 2011, 50 corn silage hybrids representing 12 commercial brands were evaluated in a joint trial with Michigan State University

Authors: Rich Minyo, Allen Geyer, Peter Thomison

NE Ohio Agronomy Day & Cover Crops Workshop

OSU Extension NE Ohio Agronomy Day, January 31 - OSU Extension Cover Crops Workshop , February 6 - both to be held in Willamsfield Community Center, Williamsfield, Ohio

Authors: Les Ober

Northern Ohio Crops Day February 9th

February 9, 2012 is this year’s date for the Northern Ohio Crops Day that will be held at Ole Zim’s Wagon Shed, Gibsonburg, Ohio

Authors: Mark Koenig

Ohio Weed Resistance Management Workshops

The Ohio AgriBusiness Association (OABA) and the Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) have joined forces to offer a one-of-a-kind event series: the Ohio Weed Resistance Workshops

Authors:

Nutrient Applicators Winter Meeting

All are invited to attend the Winter meeting of the Midwest Professional Nutrient Applicators Association (MPNAA) on February 29 in Greenville

Authors: Amanda Meddles, Ext. Prog. Coord. Env. Mgt

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Ohio Weather Info

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Grain and Livestock Marketing

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Important Resources

2011 Wheat Performance Trials
The purpose of the Ohio Wheat Performance Test is to evaluate wheat varieties, blends, brands, and breeding lines for yield, grain quality and other important performance characteristics. This information gives wheat producers comparative information for selecting the varieties best suited for their production system and market.
Soybean Management, Bulletin 827
Soybean insect and disease identification and mangement section from BUlletin 827 our pocket field guide.
Corn Management, Bulletin 827
Information on corn management and scouting from Bulletin 827 our field pocket guide.