Penn State Field Crop NewsField Crop News is a weekly newsletter that provides Agronomic crop management information to Pennsylvania producers, extension agents and the agri-business community during the production season. Each issue contains articles pertaining to production, pest management, and precision agriculture. Upcoming field days and events, agent reports, and degree day accumulations can also be found.Weather Outlook- January 25, 2007 While we have passed the mid-point of the three coldest months of the year (Dec-Jan-Feb), it is clear that real winter is about to begin in Pennsylvania.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#a Nutrient Management and Soil Conservation Requirements for Smaller Farms- January 25, 2007 Nutrient Management requirements relating to larger animal operations has recently been the focus of many education and outreach efforts.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#b 2007-2008 Agronomy Guide Now Available- January 25, 2007 Its true! The new 20072008 Penn State Agronomy Guide is out and its packed with more information than ever!http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#f Corn on Corn Considerations- January 25, 2007 The demand for corn and the higher price are making many producers consider increasing the amount of corn they grow. My understanding is that more Midwest corn producers are considering moving toward a corn-corn-soybean rotation in contrast to the typical corn-soybean rotation.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#c Whats New for Agronomic Weed Control: 2007 Overview- January 25, 2007 The traditional report on what is new for agronomic weed control for 2007.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#e Is Your Planter Ready- January 25, 2007 The quality of your corn stand will largely depend on planter performance. An irregular stand can easily cost you 10% of your yield.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#d Looking for a Meeting- January 25, 2007 The meeting season is in full swing now and you may be finding it difficult to keep track of all the meetings in your area or deciding which ones to attend. Do you ever wish there was a location that kept track of all the meetings across the state so you didnt have to.http://fcn.agronomy.psu.edu/2007/fcn0701.cfm#g |