Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Wanstead light bkgrd logo
AGRONOMY WEEKLY NEWS
This new weekly e-newsletter will be delivered to your inbox midweek. It will focus on local agronomy news in and around our Wanstead branch locations. Information you'll receive comes from our Wanstead crop sales advisors.

Thanks for signing up!

Trust the company you own.
Soybeans
Soybeans are looking pretty good, especially given the tougher/yellow start many of the fields had. Soybean plants are throwing some nice pods, and the plants are tall and bushy. Unfortunately, some fields are showing some signs of stress, and a few are even having sudden death syndrome. The picture to the right is an affected plant in different stages, so make sure to keep your eyes open for anything similar to this when scouting. If you have concerns about your field, please get in touch with your agronomist!
Corn
The corn crop is tall, and continues to look amazing and healthy. Fungicide was sprayed on many corn acres so far, and depending on planting date, the window is open until about one more week to get remaining acres done. Usually corn fungicide application occurs around the second week of August, however, the way this crop is progressing is clearly well ahead of that pace. This does not necessarily mean it will be an early harvest, but it may lead to more hot days were the crop is able to put on more bushels. The corn crop has had a very wet summer, which has helped it to thrive, but also brings in concern for infection as it has been so moist during pollination.
Wheat
Winter wheat harvest is wrapped up for 98% of our farmers, although we still remain in the midst of our spring wheat harvest. We are very happy that many growers were able to take advantage of our 17% moisture deal at the beginning of July which allowed them to get their wheat off earlier to maintain quality. We continue to have lots of trucks on the road to help move wheat off farm to end users. If you are interested in moving any wheat you have left, please get in touch with our logistics coordinator, Pam at 519-845-3301.
What are our agronomists up to?
Our agronomists are currently out walking corn and soybean fields looking for any signs of fungus, pests, or diseases. They always recommend that farmers go check out their fields as well and try to be proactive! If you would like their expert eyes on anything you are seeing in your fields, please let them know!

They have started to receive some signage for seed, custom application, or crop inputs, and they will be planning on getting those out ASAP. If you are interested in having a sign on your crop, please reach out to your agronomist!

One other thing they are really encouraging this time of year is soil sampling on wheat ground. Knowing what your ground needs will help you to spend your fertilizer money in the right places, to maximize on your future crop potential. This year, with the price of fertilizer, soil sampling can help you spend your money where you will be able to see the most "bang for your buck" and maximize benefits on your fields. With the variable rate applicator that the co-op runs, we can help you grow smart and save money! If you are interested in getting your fields tested, please reach out to your salesperson. 

Bradey: 519-312-7767
Jason: 519-330-9746
Darrin: 519-330-9812

And the most exciting news of all, Wanstead Co-op is thrilled to announce the return of our annual golf tournament! This will be held on September 7th at the Arkona golf course. More details to follow. Keep an eye on our website for more information!