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Aug 31, 2021
The fall armyworm has taken Ohio by storm and by surprise. This article addresses how to manage damaged forage stands and how to protect those that aren't damaged yet.
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Jul 14, 2021
Frequest rains are making it difficult to harvest hay crops this summer. This article summarizes proven techniques that can help speed up the drying process for storing good quality forage.
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Jun 2, 2021
Many hay producers across the state have completed or are in the process of completing their first cutting of the year. One of the two best times to topdress maintenance fertilizer on hay is right after the first cutting.
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May 25, 2021
The alfalfa weevil is on it's way out but potato leafhoppers will be arriving soon to an alfalfa field near you!
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May 12, 2021
Alfalfa stands in Ohio had some early growth due to the warmer temperature in early April. Although it’s been cooler over the past couple of weeks, alfalfa growth has slowly been progressing.
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May 3, 2021
Alfalfa weevil larvae are now in the stage of development for peak feeding activity. Several fields in Ohio have been observed with severe alfalfa weevil feeding damage. It is time to get out and scout your alfalfa fields!
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Jul 17, 2020
Several short-season forages can still be planted this summer to help alleviate low forage inventories. However, soil moisture could be a significant limitation to the success of summer plantings this year.
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Jun 11, 2020
As second crop of alfalfa grows, farmers should begin scouting for resurging populations of potato leafhopper in their fields to prevent yield and forage quality losses.
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Jun 11, 2020
Reports are coming in from forage producers around Ohio that first cutting yields are lower than usual, but forage quality is higher than usual. If inventories are expected to be low, there are steps producers can take to improve their supplies by year's end.
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May 20, 2020
Forage crops are a behind normal development this year, but first harvest time is approaching, especially in southern Ohio. This article describes how to estimate fiber content of the standing alfalfa crop so as to time harvest to forage quality goals.
