Factors to consider in winter survival of wheat
Ideally wheat plants should have at least 1-2 tillers and 3-5 leaves, as well as a good crown root system development, when going into the winter. However, many Kansas wheat fields were sown relatively late this year, and have faced below-average temperatures, which slowed down crop development.
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Factors to consider in winter survival of wheat
The official start of winter is still over a month away, but Kansas has already experienced winter-like weather this fall. This article discusses some of the factors to consider when evaluating the outlook for winter survival of wheat.
Potential for winterkill to the Kansas wheat crop
The extremely cold temperatures observed in Kansas in mid-February have the potential to cause winterkill to the winter wheat crop. Several factors come into play when talking about potential winterkill. Read more here from K-State wheat specialist Romulo Lollato.
Factors involved in winter survival of canola in Kansas
Winter survival of canola in Kansas is a complicated issue. Stand losses can be caused by one or more abiotic and biotic factors. Learn more about those factors and how to assess your winter canola stand in this article from K-State canola breeder Mike Stamm and farming systems specialist Ignacio Ciampitti.
Potential for winterkill to the Kansas wheat crop
The extremely cold temperatures observed in Kansas in mid-February have the potential to cause winterkill to the winter wheat crop. However, several factors determine whether winter wheat will be negatively impacted. In Kansas, the current condition of the wheat is variable depending on the region.
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.
What factors influence the survival of winter canola?
In last week’s eUpdate, we have discussed the impact of delayed emergence on canola winter survival. This week, we examine a few other factors that can influence winter survival. Winter survival is complicated as stand losses can be caused by one or more abiotic and biotic stresses.