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May 2012 Crop Update

Fri, 25 May 2012 21:01:00 +0000

The corn and soybean crops are off to a nice start in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa, says Kent Thiesse, former Extension educator and vice president of MinnStar Bank in Lake Crystal, MN. He notes that drought-like conditions have been overcome by some nice rainfall in May, which included some storms. Herbicide application has been a challenge due to wind and rain, Thiesse says.

Corn Rootworm Challenges

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:58:00 +0000

Managing corn rootworm is a challenge for farmers. However, using best management practices and understanding your fields is key to keeping the pest under control, says Luke Samuel, corn insect traits product development manager, Monsanto. Samuel suggests that farmers in high-pressure areas, especially, use rotation, dual modes of action or single modes plus insecticide to manage corn rootworm.

Syngenta Pipeline: New Technologies, Future Traits

Wed, 02 May 2012 19:05:00 +0000

From pest, disease and weed control to drought and heat tolerance, Syngenta is excited about their new and future product line up for corn and soybeans. David Morgan, region director with Syngenta, talks about what's new and what farmers can expect from Syngenta in the future.

Think Like a Grower: Syngenta's Integrated Approach

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:43:00 +0000

Syngenta has unveiled a new strategy to "think like a grower," as part of a new integrated approach to doing business with farmers. By thinking like farmers, the company will be better able to develop integrated solutions to address growers' needs.

New Holland Sidewinder II Armrest

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:06:00 +0000

New Holland has come out with a second generation of the Sidewinder armrest, the Sidewinder II. Taking input from consumers and design cues from Fiat (automaker), the new armrest is movable and offers all controls at the tip of a finger, or thumb, rather. The Sidewinder II is available on the T6, T7 and T8 tractor models.

New Holland CR Series Combine

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:14:00 +0000

New Holland has introduced the new CR series combines. The new machines continue using a dual-rotor design, a fully self-leveling cleaning system and have increased cab visibility as well as easy to use controls. The combines are compatible with several different head models.

Benefits of Banded Fertilizer Placement

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:28:00 +0000

Richard Wolkowski, Extension soil scientist at the University of Wisconsin, talks about the benefits of banding fertilizer, rather than a broadcast application. From whether or not to use a starter to response from micronutrients, Wolkowski makes a case for banding your fertilizer.

Fertilizer Banding with Seed Placement

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:24:00 +0000

Richard Wolkowski, Extension Soil Scientist at the University of Wisconsin, talks about banding fertilizer with seed placement, as well as the risks of it.

Drought-Tolerant Hybrids

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:23:00 +0000

Monica Patterson, senior marketing manager, technology launch at Pioneer, talks about Pioneers efforts in bringing drought-tolerant traits to the marketplace and the new Optimum AQUAmax option available from Pioneer for 2012.

Insect-Resistance Management

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:14:00 +0000

Laura Higgins, program leader, ag biotechnology group at Pioneer, talks about insect-resistance management in corn. From using Bt products and resistant hybrids, to products available, Higgins reminds growers that using IPM practices and proper trait stewardship is still important.