by Les Harrison | Jun 29, 2012
Tropical Storm Debby delivered some much needed rain to many Florida Counties, albeit in a rather short amount of time. These flooded fields may have had their soil chemistry affected, resulting in the need for a new soil test to get a precise determination of...
by Doug Mayo | Jun 22, 2012
Over the last several months, reports of stand losses and decline for both Bermuda and Bahia grass pastures and hay fields have been coming in to Extension Offices across the Southeast. Some ranchers have lost 25%-40% of their stand in certain fields, while a few...
by Les Harrison | Jun 22, 2012
The ample rains last week made a big difference towards improving the overall crop condition. Pasture conditions continue to improve with the availability of additional moisture. Field work is active and back on schedule for late June. Growers are taking advantage of...
by Doug Mayo | Jun 22, 2012
Army worms are actively feeding in large numbers on bermudagrass hay fields in Washington and neighboring counties. If left unnoticed these foliage feeders will take a forage stand near harvest down to a few small stems in just a matter of days. Therefore producers...
by Les Harrison | Jun 15, 2012
Rains over the past week have greatly improved crop and pasture conditions in Washington County. The watermelon, sweet corn, and vegetable harvests are proceeding at a rapid pace. Peanuts and cotton are responding well to recent rains. Cattle conditions are improving...
