Tar spot is caused by the fungus Phyllachora maydis. Not known to be seedborne, this pathogenic fungus could be transported on fresh and dry corn leaves or husks.

Soil compaction can take several forms in cropland. The different types of compaction include plow layer, deep compaction, wheel track compaction, surface compaction and sidewall compaction. This article will focus on plow layer and deep compaction, their causes and management.

Some key decisions made before planting wheat will have a large impact on the success of the season-long pest management program. Perhaps the most important pre-season decision with any crop is variety selection. Wheat varieties vary significantly in yield potential, agronomics, and defensive traits.

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Much like we all experience an awkward stage of growth during our formative years, corn plants can also between growth stages V5-V7.

Farmers work diligently each day to maximize their crop’s potential. That includes getting the most out of crop inputs like herbicides and fungicides. But how do you know if it’s working to its highest potential given all the varying conditions that can happen at application time?