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Like 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[…]
Read MoreSummer arrives at 12:15am on the 21st of June. Despite the recent weather challenges, crops continue to make progress. Planted acres are expanding and already planted corn is advancing in growth stages. Time spent in the field will help maintain[…]
Read More2017 Acreage Reporting Dates In order to comply with FSA program eligibility requirements, all producers are encouraged to visit their local FSA office to file an accurate crop certification report by the applicable deadline. The following acreage reporting dates are[…]
Read MoreSoil Temperatures By Frank Flis Soil preparations are under way. Nationally, corn planted acres are at running at a slower pace than that of 2016. No two seasons, at least in a row, are the same. Areas of the northeast[…]
Read MoreThink Safety With the approaching growing season’s heavy work load, remember to “THINK SAFETY.” Long hours lead to fatigue. When you are tired, poor decisions can be made, which can impact your safety and the safety of others. “TAKE A[…]
Read MoreNot sure what the groundhog saw or did on Feb 2nd but the winter of 2016-2017, with 24 days remaining (as of 2/24), is shaping up to be the second warmest on record in the northeast and challenging for #1.[…]
Read MoreFor convenience, please find applications to the CaroVail Ag Finance and John Deere Finance below: Please submit Ag Finance applications to your local CaroVail office for consideration. CaroVail Ag Finance Please contact your JDF at 1.800.356.9033 or your local[…]
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