Soil temperature update and cold injury concerns for corn
Cold temperatures can result in injury to the germinating seed as it is absorbing moisture – a problem called imbibitional chilling injury. Damage to germinating seeds can occur when soil temperatures remain at or below 50 degrees F after planting.
Potential wheat injury due to the upcoming cold temperatures
The sudden sharp drop in temperatures across Kansas this week will cause the wheat crop to go into dormancy. Whether it will injure the wheat to any degree depends on several factors which are described in more detail in this article.
Causes of yellow wheat - Weather and disease factors
Wheat producers may start seeing some wheat fields turn yellow during this time of the year. There are several reasons for yellow wheat in the spring, including weather conditions during the winter and spring and diseases. Learn more about these factors in this article.
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Wheat Status: Advanced Crop Development and Freeze Injury
Recent freezing temperatures have raised concerns about potential wheat injury across parts of Kansas. This article reviews risk factors, expected symptoms, and how to prioritize fields for scouting. Allow time for symptoms to develop before making management decisions.