Decent Spring Planting Conditions Ahead

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A progressive weather pattern will continue over the next 2-3 weeks. This will allow for periods of dry conditions to be mixed with periods of wet conditions. This week should see many dry hours to allow for planting to be hit hard.

Be Mindful of Honeybees and Other Pollinators During Planting

Authors: Reed Johnson, Kelley Tilmon, Andy Michel

The winter of 2017-2018 is destined to go down in Ohio beekeeping history as one of the worst on record. In October, the OSU honey bee lab had 50 living colonies, but by the beginning of April, we were down to just 5 survivors.

Soil Temperatures and Accumulated GDD

Author: Greg LaBarge, CPAg/CCA

Soil Temperatures and Accumulated GDD

Corn, Soybean, and Alfalfa Yield Responses to Micronutrient Fertilization in Ohio

Authors: Steve Culman, Anthony Fulford, Laura Lindsey, Douglas Alt

Additional Authors: Stuti Sharma and Grace Looker

Kudzu Bug Monitoring Update

Authors: Amy Raudenbush, Andy Michel, Kelley Tilmon

Additional authors: Marcus McCartney

Lady Landowners Leaving a Legacy

Author: Amanda Douridas, CCA

Land is an important investment. One that is often passed down through generations. Farmland needs to be monitored and cared for to maintain the value and sustainability if it is to be enjoyed and profitable for future generations. Nearly 50% of landowners in Ohio are female.

About C.O.R.N. Newsletter

C.O.R.N. Newsletter is a summary of crop observations, related information, and appropriate recommendations for Ohio crop producers and industry. C.O.R.N. Newsletter is produced by the Ohio State University Extension Agronomy Team, state specialists at The Ohio State University and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC). C.O.R.N. Newsletter questions are directed to Extension and OARDC state specialists and associates at Ohio State.

Contributors:

Glen Arnold, CCA

Field Specialist, Manure Nutrient Management

Mark Badertscher