Wheat harvest: Identifying disease problems and setting harvest priorities
As we begin harvest across the state, we wanted to provide some reminders about diseases that may affect either grain quality or the viability of grain that is destined to be saved for seed.
Considerations when harvesting short wheat
In many areas of Kansas, prolonged drought has resulted in short wheat and thin stands. Harvesting wheat in these situations can be a challenge. Special attention needs to be given to cutting height, machine adjustments, and operator control.
Stop spreading weed seed during harvest activities
Be mindful of the many ways that weeds can spread from field to field, including hitching a ride on harvest equipment. Learn what steps can be taken to minimize spreading weed seeds during harvest activities.
Rate of dry down in sorghum before harvest
The dry down process for grain sorghum is affected by several factors including temperature, humidity, and late-season stress conditions. Read more about the dry down process and how to estimate when sorghum will be ready to harvest.
Soybean dry down rate before harvest
Soybeans will reach final maturity with high seed water content, moving from 90% to around 60% from beginning of seed filling until final maturity. The dry down rate depends on a few factors including maturity group, planting date, and weather conditions.
Considerations when harvesting short wheat
In many areas of Kansas, prolonged drought has resulted in short wheat and thin stands. Harvesting wheat in these situations can be a challenge. Special attention needs to be given to cutting height, machine adjustments, and operator control. In short wheat, getting the heads into the combine with less straw will be a challenge.
Corn harvest efficiency - Get the most from your crop
This year has been a challenging year for crop production, especially corn, with above-average temperatures and below-average rainfall. Minimizing yield losses during harvest operations is even more important. Harvest inefficiency reduces overall yield and can cause future problems because of volunteer corn
Soybean seed filling and dry down rate before harvest
This article offers a closer look at the seed-filling process of soybeans. Environmental conditions in the coming days will play a critical role in seed filling and determining final seed weight. Another important process is the dry down rate of soybeans after reaching final maturity. Learn more about this process in this article.
Managing late tillers in wheat
Rainfall during the past three weeks has resulted in a flush of late, green tillers in the wheat over much of Kansas. Should producers wait to start harvesting until the green heads have matured? The answer depends on a few factors that are discussed in this article from K-State Wheat Specialist Romulo Lollato.
Wheat harvest: Identifying disease problems and setting harvest priorities
As wheat harvest progresses in Kansas, this article provides some reminders about diseases that may affect either grain quality or the viability of grain that is destined to be saved for seed. While most disease management decisions have been made, there are some strategies for mitigating losses on heavily infected fields.
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Soybean seed filling and dry down rate before harvest
The weather conditions expected for the last half of September will be critical for soybeans as related to seed filling and determining final seed weight. Final maturity is defined as the formation of the black layer in the seeds. The dry-down rate will depend on the maturity group, planting date, and weather conditions experienced during the latter part of the reproductive phase.
Considerations when harvesting short wheat
In many areas of Kansas, prolonged drought has resulted in short wheat and thin stands. Harvesting wheat in these situations can be a challenge. Special attention needs to be given to cutting height, machine adjustments, and operator control. Although this will be a rough wheat harvest for many farmers, some changes can help maximize harvest efficiencies.
Wheat harvest: Identifying disease problems and setting harvest priorities
As the wheat harvest in Kansas is in full swing, it's crucial to remember the diseases that can impact grain quality or seed viability. Most disease management decisions have been made by now, but it's not too late to implement strategies to mitigate losses on heavily infected fields.
Be mindful of fire safety during harvest season
As fall harvest continues across Kansas, many areas are challenged by abnormally dry to severe drought conditions and elevated fire risk. With above-average temperatures and limited to no precipitation expected in the short term, conditions are perfect for equipment fires and quick-moving field fires. Be aware and prepared!