With the most recent rain events and heat coming this week, we should be aware of potential crusting causing emergence issues.
Rotary hoes can work, but you must use them early.
We saw great benefits in corn last spring when using rotary hoes at the correct timing.
One important factor when running a rotary hoe is speed (8-10mph). Be sure to run some test strips to make sure you are not doing more damage than good. Use more caution in soybeans than corn.
With the challenges #plant22 is currently seeing right now, scouting will be more critical to crop success and yield potential.
We currently have about 26,000 boundary acres on the books for our 2022 scouting season.
Limited acres available for in-season orders. Contact your consultant ASAP if you are considering HD Scouting on your farm this year.
Remain Patient
As things dry out, use caution when selecting which fields to start planting into again. Remember you only get one chance to do things right in a field at planting.
"Sunny, warm and dry all week over Ohio. That forecast is pretty simple. We see nearly maximum evaporation each day from tomorrow forward through Saturday at .25″-.33″ of moisture per day leaving through evaporation."
Check out the full projected forecast here from OCJ. Weather Forecast
Some may ask about changing corn maturities as we get late into May, we do not suggest this. Hybrids can adjust the amount of GDDs required to reach maturity.
Happy planting, and good luck! Please reach out with any questions. 937-823-3003
