About this episode

The episode discusses the current state of corn crops in the Midwest and the challenges faced by growers due to recent weather conditions.

As smoke from the fireworks clears, we take a moment to see how the corn crop stands across the central Midwest. In July, corn growers are facing weather and crop management challenges. In this episode of Keeping It Independent, Eric Wilson and Ryan Gentle discuss the impact of recent heavy rains and their implications for corn growth and health. By staying informed about weather patterns, monitoring crop health, and implementing effective management strategies, farmers can mitigate risks and optimize their yields. Links discussed in this episode: Crop Protection Network - Tar Spot Map Iowa State University Mesonet Illinois State Climatologist Between The Rows® - Tar Spot Wyffels Hybrids Corn Rootworm Monitoring Program We want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it. ► Let’s Connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybrids X: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybrids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids #Corn #SeedCorn #Agronomy #Agronomics…

People in this episode

Host: Eric Wilson

Guest: Ryan Gentle

Topics covered

• corn crop conditions
• weather impact
• crop management
• Midwest agriculture
• farming strategies

Keywords

• corn
• crop management
• weather patterns
• Midwest
• agriculture
• farming
• crop health
• yields

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wyffels Hybrids, Iowa State University, Illinois State Climatologist, Crop Protection Network, Between The Rows®

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