Crop scouting reports and pest management tips
Below are links to in season reports and outreach I post on a regular basis on the Plant Pest Advisory Site for row crop, poultry and livestock producers. Consumer Price … Read More
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Crop Progress week of July 25
Mid-season corn crop evaulations
Crop progress last two weeks of June
July 2, 2021 Corn: Crop condition for early season planted corn is looking good across Salem County. Before yesterday’s rain, early season planted corn on non-manured, non-dairy acreage was exhibiting … Read More
Cattle coat shine a sign of good nutrition and parasite control
Spring calving season is a good time to visually see the nutritional plane and parasite load of first calf heifers and older cows on pasture. Glistening coats of dams and … Read More
Recent Extreme Weather Events: Animal Deaths Linked to Toxic Plant and Pest Outbreaks
Bravo, M.A. 2021. Recent Extreme Weather Events: Animal Deaths Linked to Toxic Plant and Pest Outbreaks. NEPPC, January 5 (virtual) Northeastern Plant Pest Conference Abstract: “Centuries of research and post-mortem … Read More
Crop and Livestock Group Signup
February 17, 2021 Salem, Gloucester, and Cumberland growers: Please send me a text to sign up for a group alert for the following weekly scouting report updates when applicable. Or … Read More
Your thoughts on Soybean Stem Borer
The beginning of the start of field work for the 2021 growing season is just around the corner. If you grow soybeans or are a custom applicator or custom harvestor … Read More
What’s Bugging Your Jersey-Friendly Yard Webinar
The Jersey Friendly Yard, Landscaping for a Healthy Environment “2021 webinar series offers a line-up of bug experts who will teach you how to recognize beneficials versus pests, show you … Read More
Selecting Hay for Horses and Other Livestock-Webinar Series
The following webinars are available as video recordings on the Rutgers Equine Center website and by clicking the links below…. Session 1: November 16th 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Current … Read More
Looking to connect? 2021 Grower Survey
Answer ten questions about your farming operation and planning for 2021 by clicking on this link at Salem County Grower Survey (and surrounding areas)