August 2023 | Volume 14, Issue 5
Time is Running Out for Postemergence Applications in Soybean
By Kurt Vollmer, Weed Management Specialist, University of Maryland Extension
Many may be preparing to apply certain postemergence herbicides to soybeans in the next couple of weeks. Those planning to spray Liberty (glufosinate) or Enlist One (2,4-D), should be aware that time is running out...Read more about Time is Running Out for Postemergence Applications in Soybean.
2022 Maryland Weed Control Results
Kurt Vollmer, Weed Management Specialist, University of Maryland Extension
Results from the 2022 Maryland Weed Control Trials are now available. These trials evaluate crop injury (PHYGEN) and herbicide efficacy (CONTRO) for certain weed species. This data can be used to...Read more about 2022 Maryland Weed Control Results.
2022/23 Maryland Wheat & Barley Variety Trials
By Vijay Tiwari, Assistant Professor, Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture, University of Maryland, College Park
Results from the 2022/23 University of Maryland wheat and barley variety trials have been published. You can access the report at https://blog.umd.edu/agronomynews/2023/07/24/2023-small-grain-variety-trials/ or by clicking the link below, or contact your Extension office for a copy. Downloadable Report
New Nutrient Management Details Revealed
Maryland Department of Agriculture and University of Maryland joint press release
The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) held a much anticipated Nutrient Management plan writing summit on Monday, July 17 at Anne Arundel Community College to present the overview of the re-imagined and improved nutrient management program. Following a June 1st announcement by MDA of changes to the way plans are written as well as listening sessions held throughout the State in the weeks following, MDA and the University of Maryland (UMD) have made the joint decision to reevaluate and reframe how the program...Read more about the New Nutrient Management Details Revealed.
Nominations for Newly Formed Nutrient Management Task Force
Maryland Department of Agriculture press release
The Maryland Department of Agriculture has begun accepting nominations for farmers and industry professionals interested in participating in the new 30-member Farmer Taskforce being formed to provide...Read more about Nominations for Newly Formed Nutrient Management Task Force.
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New Fact Sheet: Know Your Foxtails
View the fact sheet online or contact your local Extension office for a copy.
When Does Corn Rally in August?
Mark Townsend, Agriculture Agent Associate, University of Maryland Extension, Frederick County
All eyes have been on news headlines coming from the Black Sea for the last two to three weeks since the termination of the previous agreement between Russia and Ukraine. The escalation in the war between these two nations has seen drone strikes, missile engagements, and major...Read more about When Does Corn Rally in August?
Update: Public Release of Pesticide Incident Data
Niranjana Krishnan, Assistant Professor and Maryland Pesticide Education Coordinator, University of Maryland, College Park
In July 2023, the EPA posted 10 years (2013-2022) of pesticide incident (see glossary) data on its website. This was done to increase transparency and provide a better understanding of pesticide exposures, including exposures to vulnerable...Read more about Public Release of Pesticide Incident Data
The 4R Symposium will take place at Cecil Community College on August 31, 2023. The event will open its doors at 8:30 AM, with the first speaker at 9:00 AM. Attendees will hear from presenters until lunchtime covering the 4Rs of farming - applying the RIGHT source of nutrients, at the RIGHT time, in the RIGHT place, and at the RIGHT rate. We will offer continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisers and Mid-Atlantic Nutrient Management. Lean more and register online here Register for 4R Symposium
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Agronomy News is a statewide newsletter for farmers, consultants, researchers, and educators interested in grain and row crop forage production systems. This newsletter is published by the University of Maryland Extension, Agriculture & Food Systems Agronomy Team every month during the growing season and will include topics pertinent to agronomic crop production. The subscription is free.
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