Wisconsin Crop Manager newsletter

Author:	WCM Staff	Created:	4/21/2006 11:12 AM
Corn and more

Impact of Increased Non-Organic Corn Price On Organic Corn Price And Organic Dairy Profitability

By WCM Staff on 3/22/2007 10:16 AM

With ethanol production and other factors pushing corn prices upward, I’ve been asked if that will have much impact on the price of organic corn and therefore on the profitability of organic dairy farms in Wisconsin. As I will explain below, I don’t think the current non-organic corn prices will have a big impact on the profitability of most organic dairy farms in Wisconsin.

Preliminary Injunction Prevents the sale of Roundup Ready Alfalfa Seed

By WCM Staff on 3/22/2007 8:41 AM

A recent court case brought against the United States Department of Agriculture - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) has resulted in the temporary banning of the sale of Roundup Ready alfalfa seeds (as of March 12th, 2007). If seed has already been bought, growers have until March 30th (2007) to plant the seed.

Establishing and Managing Switchgrass

By WCM Staff on 3/22/2007 8:28 AM

Weedy grasses are much more difficult to control as few tools can control grass weeds without injuring switchgrass seedlings.

IPM Field Scout Training Class at UW-River Falls 3/13/07

By WCM Staff on 1/18/2007 1:12 PM

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls, UW-Extension and the Integrated Pest Management Program will co-sponsor the IPM Field Scout Training Class to be held on the UW-River Falls campus, March 13-14, 2007. Topics covered include, pest identification and biology, damage symptoms, economic thresholds and scouting techniques for insects, weeds, plant pathogens, herbicide injury and nutrient deficiency symptoms for corn, alfalfa, soybean and wheat.

Monitor Stored Grain for Hot Spots and Mold

By WCM Staff on 1/18/2007 6:00 AM

Tim Jergenson, UW-Extension Barron County. The recent warm weather has led to concerns about stored corn grain beginning to mold in storage. Temperatures in Barron County have been above average for 31 of the last 52 days. These warm temperatures have caused some stored corn to begin to go out of condition. Farmers have only a limited number of options to counteract corn storage problems. The primary one is to check bins twice a week. To check grain, follow these steps:

2007 Wisconsin Agronomy Update Meetings, brochure

By WCM Staff on 12/14/2006 10:23 PM

The Department of Agronomy will offer Crop Production and Management Meetings at eight locations during 2007. Joe Lauer, John Gaska and Dan Undersander will present the latest information on hybrid/variety performance, an analysis and discussion of last year's growing season, and updated recommendations for field crop production. There is a $12.00 registration fee per participant; meal cost is extra. Please pre-register with the Host Agent. Certified Crop Advisor CEU credits have been requested (2.5 hours in Crop Management).

Survey results from Pest Management Update Series in Wisconsin

By WCM Staff on 12/14/2006 8:55 PM

Over 300 people influencing greater than 23,000 farms and 6,700,000 acres responded to various questions including crops grown, production practices, and weeds most difficult to control.

Field Scout Training Class Jan 8-12 2007

By WCM Staff on 12/14/2006 7:30 PM

The Madison Field Scout Training Classes will be held January 8-12, 2007. This course is designed to provide the skills necessary for proper pest identification, crop scouting techniques and can help people prepare for the CCA exam.

IPM Field Scout Training Class

By WCM Staff on 11/16/2006 10:49 PM

CCA Pre-Test Training Session

By WCM Staff on 11/16/2006 10:07 PM

The CCA Pre-Test Training Session, sponsored by UW-Extension and the Wisconsin Fertilizer and Chemical Association, will be offered at the Crowne Plaza, Madison on December14-15, 2006.

IPM research in organic crop production underway

By WCM Staff on 11/16/2006 6:07 PM

This fall, UWEX Field Crops Entomologist, Eileen Cullen and NPM outreach educator, Kevin Shelley, were awarded a grant to conduct a participatory research and educational outreach project pertaining to insect management in organic field crop production. The four-year grant is one of 10 funded nationally this year under the USDA’s Integrated Organic Program.

Appleton IPM Field Scout Training School

By WCM Staff on 11/16/2006 5:01 PM

The annual FVTC Field Scout Training School will be held January 2-5, 2007. This course is designed to provide the skills necessary for proper pest identification and crop scouting techniques. In addition, basic information such as crop growth and development, pest life cycle, damage symptoms and economic thresholds will be covered.

CCA Pre-Test Training Session December 14-15, 2006

By WCM Staff on 10/12/2006 9:01 PM

The CCA Pre-Test Training Session, sponsored by UW-Extension, Wisconsin Fertilizer and Chemical Association and the IPM Program will be offered at the Crowne Plaza, Madison on December 14-15, 2006. This training session is designed to help participants understand the principles necessary to become a quality crop advisor and to assist in preparation for the state CCA exam.

Reminder: Field Scout Training Class

By WCM Staff on 10/12/2006 8:34 PM