Double crop options after wheat
Thinking about double cropping after wheat? It can be high risk, but this year's soil moisture could support success, especially for soybeans, sorghum, sunflowers, or forages. Key considerations include herbicide carryover, crop maturity, and timely weed control.
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Cover crops grown after wheat harvest for forage
The time following wheat harvest presents an opportunity to incorporate cover crops. Parts of Kansas have had enough moisture to grow a cover crop with substantial biomass production, which could also be a source of forage for livestock. Learn more in this article.
Rapid growth syndrome in corn: Causes, symptoms, and recovery
Twisted corn leaves? It may be rapid growth syndrome. Some Kansas corn fields are showing signs of tightly wrapped whorls and pale leaves. This physiological condition typically follows cool, wet weather and sudden warmth. Learn to recognize the symptoms and why most plants recover quickly.
Insect alert: Potato leafhoppers in alfalfa and burrowing bugs in soybeans
Potato leafhoppers are back in Kansas alfalfa fields, with nymphs expected soon. Meanwhile, burrowing bugs are causing unexpected soybean stand loss, especially in fields following henbit. Learn more about identifying these pests and managing early-season insect threats.
Possible causes for white heads in wheat
White wheat heads can result from freeze damage, disease, insects, or environmental stress. Our latest article walks through the most common causes and how to tell them apart for accurate diagnosis and management.
Wheat variety development and management field day - June 12
Don't miss the Wheat Variety Development and Management Field Day on June 12 near Belleville! See new research in action and hear from K-State experts on nitrogen strategies, disease tolerance, and more. The event starts at 9 AM and includes lunch.
Two June dates remain for the 2025 Kansas Wheat Plot Tours
There is still time to catch a 2025 K-State Wheat Plot Tour! Join us on June 6 in Tribune or on June 12 in Decatur County to learn about the latest wheat varieties, agronomic insights, and disease ratings. Details for each tour are in this article.