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Wheat Production In Tennessee
Tennessee's climate is well‐suited for the production of high‐quality, low‐protein, soft red winter wheat. This wheat is in demand by the flour milling industry and well‐established local markets are adequate. Tennessee‐produced soft wheat is used primarily for milling general‐purpose or family flours, pastry flours and cake flours. Very little of Tennessee's wheat is used for livestock feed, except as by‐products of the milling industry. (10/14/2009) |
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Swine Influenza and You
There have been many concerns about the Swine Flu, better known as the H1N1 virus, in today’s society. In late March and early April 2009, cases of human infection with swine influenza A (H1N1) viruses were first reported in Southern California and near San Antonio, Texas. As you can see the virus can travel. (10/9/2009) |
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Basics for Forage Production in Tennessee
Cattle producers across the United States should realize the importance of forage production. With as many cattle as there are in the state of Tennessee, this should be a major concern for a cow calf operation. Because of this, there seems to be a constant flow of new forages, herbicides or fertilizers on the market that are going to “solve” all the problems in pastures. (9/17/2009) |
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Hazardous Household Waste Collection Day
Hazardous household waste (HHW) is the term for common household chemicals and substances for which the owner no longer has a use. These substances exhibit many of the same dangerous characteristics as fully regulated hazardous waste due to their potential for reactivity, ignitability, corrosivity, toxicity and persistence. (8/28/2009) |
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Agricultural Pesticide Waste Collection
The intelligent use of pesticides has helped make the United States the world’s number one producer of food and fiber. Ideally pesticides are stored safely on the farm until they are completely used. However, from time to time some remain unused because the cropping practices change, new products are introduced and take the place of those currently being used, some chemicals may be banned and can no longer be used in farm production practices, and others deteriorate or lose their label. Such chemical pesticide wastes can pose a threat to human health, livestock, and the environment – especially our rivers, lakes and groundwater. (8/28/2009) |
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Foliar Diseases of Tomato
Current weather conditions have created the ideal atmosphere for the appearance and presence of foliar tomato diseases for the 2009 garden season. (7/29/2009) |
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Corn Silage Production
Corn silage is a high-quality forage crop that is used on many dairy farms and on some beef cattle farms in Tennessee. Its popularity is due to the high yield of a very digestible, high-energy crop, and the ease of adapting it to mechanized harvesting and feeding. (7/21/2009) |
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EPA Decision for Use of Organic Arsenical Herbicides for Weed Control
Organic arsenical herbicides are currently registered to control weeds in both turfgrass and cotton. Examples of some commonly used organic arsenical herbicides used in Tennessee are monosodium methanearsonate (MSMA), disodium methanearsonate (DSMA), and calcium acid methanearsonate (CAMA). (6/29/2009) |
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WEED MANAGEMENT IN HAY CROPS
Each year hay producers ask themselves, “Will I make the best hay crop this year?” That is a question that depends on weather conditions and management of your hay fields. Many ingredients must come together to insure optimum yields of high quality forage for beef and dairy animals as well as for horses. (6/5/2009) |
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Replant Decisions for Soybeans
Soybean planting time has arrived for the 2009 crop season. We have been experiencing unusually wet rainy weather for this time of year which has resulted in having to consider replanting soybeans where stand establishment has not been achieved. (6/5/2009) |
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Pastures for Horses Is Important
Each year the horse owner will ask the same question he/she asks every year, “Will I have a good enough pasture for my horse(s) this year?”. With the cost of pasture management these days and the economic times, one should realize that keeping a good pasture could reduce the cost of buying feed in the long run. (5/22/2009) |
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Making Cotton Replant Decisions
Each year, many cotton producers are forced to replant cotton due to adverse conditions. (5/6/2009) |
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Controlling Star-of-Bethlehem in Lawns
Star-of-Bethlehem (Ornithogalum umbellatum) is a perennial ornamental plant that has become a troublesome weed on golf courses, athletic fields and home lawns throughout Tennessee. (5/5/2009) |
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Planting Field Corn Is Getting Closer
As every farmer/producer is aware the date(s) to begin planting crops is approaching very quickly. We all know that the weather is very unpredictable these days because it can be 70 degrees one day and the next we receive ten (10) to fourteen (14) inches of snow. (4/22/2009) |
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Selecting Corn Hybrids for 2009
Corn hybrid selection is one of the most important decisions a producer will make for any crop season. Corn hybrid selection should be tailored for the environment of a given field. (3/17/2009) |
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Cotton Production
Mid-South cotton acreage declined 35 percent from 2006 to 2007, dropped 32 percent from 2007 to 2008 and could drop again in 2009 because of low prices and high input costs. (3/10/2009) |
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The Importance of the Minor Elements in the Soil
In the early years of farming, many farmers did not know of the importance of the minor elements in the soil. It is true that not all soils require or need some of the minor elements. It is however recommended by the University of Tennessee that a soil sample be taken at least every two (2) years to test the fertility. (2/24/2009) |
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Seed Treatments for Soybean Diseases
Numerous questions arise each year concerning soybean seed treatments for soybean seed and seedling diseases. Research over the years has shown significant increases in germination and yield with seed treatment fungicides. (2/11/2009) |
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Using Poultry Litter in Row Crops
Poultry litter (manure) is an excellent source of plant nutrients and can be a part of most farm nutrient management programs. (12/11/2008) |
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Keep Turf Weeds at Bay this Winter
You've probably put your lawnmower away until spring. (12/11/2008) |
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Prune Trees in Winter
Pruning unnecessary or unwanted branches from trees is a common practice. Homeowners sometimes remove branches because they obstruct buildings or infringe on the chore of mowing. (11/17/2008) |
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Master Beef Producer Program Offers Value to Participants
What is the Master Beef Producer Program? The Master Beef Producer Program is a UT Extension educational program designed to provide training to improve the profitability and competitiveness of beef cattle producers. (10/24/2008) |
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Combining Soybeans Efficiently
Several factors affect the quality of a given combine operation. These factors determine how much of the crop is harvested and how much is left in the field. (10/24/2008) |
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Know The Quality of Your Hay
The key to good nutrition for cattle is matching the nutrient content of the diet to the nutrient requirement of the cattle. (10/24/2008) |
