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Open letter regarding efficacy of Cry1F trait on western bean cutworm
This open letter was prepared by the undersigned entomologists and extension educators regarding the efficacy of the Cry1F (Herculex 1, TC1507) trait on western bean cutworm (Striacosta albicosta). We strongly urge seed companies to remove the designation ...
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Brown Pods, Green Stems
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2016-33/brown-pods-green-stems
Last week, we received a few comments about soybeans having mature pods, but the stems remaining green. Similar observations were made in 2012…another dry year. Green stems on soybean may be a result of a source/sink problem. With the hot and dry conditio ...
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Tips for Harvesting Lodged Corn
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2016-33/tips-harvesting-lodged-corn
While never a recommended practice, this is definitely not the year to “store” corn in the field and delay harvest. Reports of lodging and downed corn are increasing across the state. Stalk rots are largely responsible for the problem which have been prom ...
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2016-33
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2016-33
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Coffee with the Master Gardeners: Attracting Backyard Birds
https://miami.osu.edu/events/coffee-master-gardeners-attracting-backyard-birds
Join Miami County MGV Marian Moeckel as she gives tips on attracting beautiful songbirds and other colorful feathered birds to your yard this winter. Learn how to provide ample food, shelter and water for the type of birds you desire to attract. Feeder ...
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New Master Gardener Orientation
https://miami.osu.edu/events/new-master-gardener-orientation
This mandatory orientation is for new Master Gardener Volunteers who have completed the application process. Detailed information about how to become a Master Gardener Volunteer can be found here. ...
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Coffee with the Master Gardeners: Holiday Arrangement Workshop
https://miami.osu.edu/events/coffee-master-gardeners-holiday-centerpieces
See flyer for details. Registration is required and is limited to the first 25 registrants. Deadline is November 25, 2016. ...
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Corn Ear Rots: Identification, Quantification and Testing for Mycotoxins
A few weeks ago, we published a newsletter article addressing concerns related to Diplodia ear rot of corn. We have since received samples with at least three other ear rots, Trichoderma, Fusarium, and Gibberella. Of these, Trichoderma ear rot seems to be ...
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Weeds, Weeds, and More Weeds
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2016-32/weeds-weeds-and-more-weeds
Every fall County Extension Educators drive through their county evaluating weed control in soybean fields to see how weed populations are changing over time. This is my second year of doing this survey, but John Smith had done it before me. This year I ...
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Injury Prevention- Safety During Fall Harvest
This harvest season, safety should be a priority within the farm operation. Consider that it is a time that involves long hours and the need for multiple pieces of farm equipment working simultaneously to complete a crop harvest. The continuous activity, ...