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In past years we dreamt of a dry spring. We should be careful what we wish for as we face an early dry spell this season. The OSU College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences weather stations on the Wooster Campus and Northwest and Western Agricultural Research Stations reported 58-70% less precipitation in May than normal. Dry weather is not only a concern for Ohio now, but several other states are also facing similar or worse conditions, especially those in the central Corn Belt. Soil surface conditions are the most affected at this point. Moving a little deeper into the soil profile, better moisture is available. The US Department of Agriculture-National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA-NASS) reported subsoil moisture at 68% adequate and 3% surplus in last week’s report (5/28/23). For topsoil moisture, 7% is very short, and 38% is short. So how will current abnormally dry conditions impact early corn and soybean growth and wheat grain fill?
February 29, 2024 Press Release from OSU Extension Hardin County: Hardin County – Should I plant corn or soybean first in the spring? What crop has the smallest yield penalty for delayed planting? Can you adjust your management practices to mitigate losses due to late planting? How are diseases affected by planting date? OSU Extension is bringing this “Battle for the Belt” program to the Hardin County OSU Extension office, 1021 W Lima Street, Kenton, on Wednesday, March 20 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Each year, the Hardin County Agriculture Hall of Fame recognize outstanding individuals who have brought distinction to themselves through their work in agriculture. Nomination forms are due at the Hardin Co. OSU Extension office by close of business October 4.
