PFP21: Soybean Cyst Nematode and HG Types – What Are They and How Can They Help You Manage SCN?
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN, Heterodera glycines) is a microscopic worm that feeds on the roots of soybean plants. This …
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Introducing the New Soybean Diagnostic Key
The NC State specialists with soybean responsibilities are pleased to launch the Soybean Diagnostic Key. This key is a …
PFP21: Pre-Plant Liming and Fertilization
Proper soil fertility management is an important step for a successful soybean season. Before planting, it is important to …
Webinar RECORDING: Early Season Soybean Management
An early season soybean management webinar was hosted on 4/1/2021 via Zoom by NC State Extension Specialists Drs. Wes …
What Are the Optimal Planting Conditions for Corn?
In order to achieve optimum corn yields, we need to get the corn crop off to a good start. …
From the Field - Agronomy Notes: Vol. 6, Num. 4
April 1, 2021- As we gear up for transplanting and general field work, we also find ourselves making a number …
PFP21: Soybean Seeding Rate
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Seeding Rate Soybean is a plastic crop that can perform well across a wide …
Scout for Cereal Leaf Beetle in Wheat Soon
I noticed a couple dogwoods blooming this morning, which reminded me to check local temperatures for cereal leaf beetle …
Register Now for Climate Webinar on April 26
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center will offer a Climate Webinar on April 26, 2021, from 7–9 p.m …
Thinking About Planting Corn at Higher Populations?
Higher Corn Populations? Where is the Industry Headed? In this video, Area Agent, Tim Hambrick, discusses why higher populations are …
Podcast!
Why are NC State Extension and N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services talking about rapidly developing farmland? What …
Early Season Soybean Management Webinar 4/1/21
Join us for an early season soybean management webinar on 4/1/2021 at 8 a.m. via Zoom. The format will …
PFP21: Think About Pests When Terminating Cover Crops Prior to Planting Soybeans
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Think About Pests when Terminating Cover Crops Prior to Planting Soybeans Prepared by Dominic Reisig and …
From the Field - Agronomy Notes: Vol. 5, Num. 3
March 22nd- Last week (March 15-19) brought changes in the growing conditions around the state. The two previous weeks were …
EPA Denies NC 24(c) Labels for Engenia, Xtendimax, and Tavium
On March 15, 2021, EPA officially denied North Carolina 24(c) Special Local Need labels for Engenia, XtendiMax, and Tavium …
PFP21: Soybean Seed Treatments
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Seed Treatments Prepared by Adrienne Gorny, Dominic Reisig, and Rachel Vann Fungicidal Seed Treatments: Soybeans in …
From the Field - Agronomy Notes: Vol. 5, Num. 2
March 16th- Things on the tobacco front have been rather quiet over the last few weeks, aside from major news …
Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Onslow County Solid Waste is hosting a Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day co-sponsored by Onslow County Sheriff’s Office, …
New Publications on Organic Tobacco Nitrogen Fertility Management
Two new resources have been developed to aid organic tobacco growers in proper management of nitrogen in greenhouse and …
PFP21: Soybean Maturity Group
Preparing for Plant 21 (PFP21): Soybean Maturity Group Soybean maturity groups (MG) are latitudinal zones developed to define where a …
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