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North-central Iowa field day will cover drought, nutrient management

Field day at North Central Iowa Research Farm at Kanawha will discuss drought conditions, fall nutrient management, herbicide programs and carbon markets.

August 27, 2021

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Drought stricken corn field
DROUGHT IMPACTS: Farmers and other participants at the field day will learn about the latest on impacts of drought conditions on the 2021 crop, soil sampling, residual nitrogen and herbicide programs. Drought conditions will lead to decisions that affect the 2022 crop in addition to the current crop.Farm Progress

Learn about drought conditions, fall nutrient management, herbicide programs and carbon markets during the fall field day at Iowa State University's Northern Research and Demonstration Farm at Kanawha on Sept. 9.

"Farmers and agribusiness staff will hear the latest on impacts of drought conditions on the 2021 crop, soil sampling, residual nitrogen and herbicide programs at the field day," says Gentry Sorenson, field agronomist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Drought conditions will lead to decisions that impact the 2022 crop in addition to the current crop.

The field day will also feature Chad Hart, an ISU professor in economics and Extension grain markets specialist, speaking about carbon markets during lunch.

Field day schedule

The field day will start at 9 a.m. with registration, coffee and doughnuts. Matt Schnabel, farm superintendent, will kick off the field day with a review of the growing season at the farm.

Field stops during the field day will include the following:

• Antonio Mallarino, ISU professor in agronomy and Extension specialist, will discuss soil sampling results in dry conditions, evaluation of the cornstalk nitrate test in dry conditions, and residual soil nitrate and the impact on future nitrogen rate decisions.

• Mark Licht, ISU assistant professor in agronomy and cropping systems specialist, will break down the growing season and timing of drought stress impact on crop yields, as well as the importance of prioritizing fields for harvest and safety concerns.

• Angie Rieck-Hinz and Gentry Sorenson, Extension field agronomists, will discuss the efficacy of 2021 weed control and future implications for weed management.

A noon lunch will be available, at which time Hart will speak. The field day is free, open to the public and includes complimentary refreshments and lunch.

An application has been made for certified crop adviser credits. Register by contacting the ISU Extension and Outreach Wright County Office at 515-532-3453.

The farm is located at 1040 James Ave., Kanawha, about two miles south of Kanawha on County Road R35.

Source: Iowa State University Extension, which is responsible for the information provided and is wholly owned by the source. Informa Business Media and its subsidiaries aren't responsible for any of the content contained in this information asset.

 

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