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In order to preserve maximum yield potential, getting the crop out of the gate early without weed competition is essential. Weeds growing from crop emergence to canopy closure can significantly compete for sunlight, moisture, and nutrients. Which is why a[…]
Read MorePhosphorus (P) If the soil Phosphorus level is low, the impact on yield can be significant. When it comes to Phosphorus, always think “Roots Early” and “Reproduction Later“. Getting roots moving early (with “plant ready” P) is very important for crop establishment and, thus,[…]
Read MoreThe same year that Earth Day began, the Clean Air Act came into effect. The impact the Clean Air Act had on air pollution was enormous; with decreases in air pollutants – specifically, the sulfur dioxide emissions from coal burning[…]
Read MoreThe use of cover crops helps improve soil health, save nutrients, prevent erosion, and present challenges for the upcoming growing season. Cover crop management continues into the spring, so it’s time to look back at your intended purpose for the[…]
Read MoreGiven the current March temperatures and snow coverage, it’s hard to believe that Spring if upon us. Since March 20th marked the official first day of Spring, it is a good time on the farm to get tillage and planting[…]
Read MoreCEV was happy to be represented by Kate Vail and Holly Blacker at NYSABA’s Legislative Day in Albany. NYSABA and CEV work hard to communicate to the public and elected leaders about the challenges facing the agricultural community. We thank[…]
Read MoreFor convenience, please find the new application to the CaroVail Ag Finance program. Please submit Ag Finance applications to your local CaroVail office for consideration. CaroVail Ag Finance Application
Read MoreHarvesting the balance of the 2017 crop, the Harvester Operator has a bird’s eye view of the crop condition and performance. Along with the yield monitoring equipment, the Operators observations and keen eye can help pin point abnormalities. A few[…]
Read MoreLike everything else this season, the leafhopper invasion is later than usual. The invaders from the Gulf usually arrive late April / early May but here we are in the middle of July and they are ravenous, devouring alfalfa at[…]
Read MoreThe 2017 growing season remains challenging. Continued excess moisture makes for constant changes and modifications to cropping plans. Wet soils provide for difficult decisions: prevented planting, what type or level of crop insurance do you have, will there be any[…]
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