Tassels, Pollen, Silks And Ears: The Reproduction Stages Of Corn
Earlier, I wrote about the V, or vegetative stage, of corn development, when the plants grow fast and tall, while setting the stage for tassels, ears and pollination.
Read MoreEarlier, I wrote about the V, or vegetative stage, of corn development, when the plants grow fast and tall, while setting the stage for tassels, ears and pollination.
Read MoreThis time of year, corn grows like crazy.
Read MoreWeeklong rain delays. Unpredictable crop prices. Soaring fertilizer costs.
Read MoreArea farmers are wrapping up the planting season in the midst of soaring corn and soybean prices that are on track to become an all-time record.
Read MoreBy JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County There have been some scattered reports of ear rots coming in from around the state and Midwest. Warm, wet conditions as grain dries down could favor the development of ear rots. In Indiana, corn pathologists and agronomists have reported … Read More
By JEFF BURBRINK Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County GOSHEN — Last week, I wrote about the tassel of a corn plant. This week, the subject is the silk, which part of the female reproductive organs of a corn plant. Bob Nielsen, Purdue Extension’s corn specialist, provided much of this … Read More
By DAN MCGOAN Writer/Reporter, Inside Indiana Business WEST LAFAYETTE — Statewide estimated losses from heavy spring rains that previously ran into the half-billion dollar range have been dialed back. Purdue Extension Economist Chris Hurt says soybean yields appear to be near-normal and the corn crop appears to be bigger than … Read More
FORT WAYNE — Running now through Jan. 3, Science Central will be home to a special touring exhibition entitled, “Amazing Maize.” This temporary exhibition explores the science and history behind the ancient grain we call corn.
Read MoreILLINOIS — In the grassy cornfields of Southern Ill. bats are on the hunt for insects, and according to new research, farmers have more than a billion reasons to be grateful for it.
Read MoreINDIANA — The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied Indiana’s request for federal assistance for government and certain non-profit organizations in 19 counties for severe storms and flooding June 7 to July 29. Governor Mike Pence has directed the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to pursue an appeal. … Read More
By Jeff Burbrink Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County September was always one of my favorite times as a kid. It was exciting because I loved helping make silage. The hustle and bustle of the tractors and wagons and chopper, the smell of fresh chopped corn stalks; all … Read More
Heavy rains and flooding have destroyed as much as five percent of Indiana’s corn and soybean crops, potentially causing approximately $300 million in damage this month according to experts. “We went from a well above-normal crop to a very discouraging, below-normal crop,” stated Chris Hurt, Purdue Extension economist. … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS – Ranked the seventh largest market for U.S. agricultural products, Taiwan is one of the world’s largest consumers on U.S. agricultural products on a per capita basis. Indiana Corn Marketing Council is hosting a Taiwanese trade delegation today and tomorrow to show them the progress of this … Read More
Hot, dry weather that has returned to Indiana is beginning to take its toll on the state’s corn and soybean crops, which Purdue Extension specialists said needed rain within days to keep them from deteriorating further. “A month ago I was very optimistic about the size of this … Read More
The oldest ethanol plant in Indiana has been idled due to the economy. The decision by New Energy Corp. in South Bend has reportedly prompted the lay off of 40 workers. The company is attributing the decision to “challenging economic conditions facing the ethanol industry.” The company has … Read More
A U.S. Department of Agriculture crop production report is set to be released tomorrow and a Purdue Extension economist thinks the numbers will paint a “crushing” financial picture for farmers. Chris Hurt believes corn production will show a 25 percent decrease and soybeans will drop 13 percent throughout … Read More