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1. Foliar Fertilization of Soybeans in MissouriSoybeans may benefit from foliar fertilization during the reproductive phase of growth. Foliar fertilizers consisting of factorial combinations of boron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus were applied to soybeans every other week for eight weeks beginning at flowering at three locations. The foliar fertilization treatment containing B+Mg (1.0 lb/acre B + 2.0 lb/acre Mg total) and split into four applications at Mt. Vernon and the Delta Center increased yields by 8 and 4 bulacre, respectively. The... |
2. Nitrate Concentrations in Drainage Water from a Continuous Corn Production System- Impacts of Tile Spacing and Precipitation EventsCharacterization of agricultural drains as point sources for nitrates in surface waters has generated keen interest in regional grab-sample monitoring programs. Grab sample tile drain monitoring programs are being explored by numerous public and private organizations interested in encouraging BMPYs for nitrogen and/or implementation of TMDL policy. Our objective was to determine if nitrate concentrations in water collected from individual tile lines could be interpreted independent of information... |
3. Nitrogen Availability, Time of Release and Movement in RotationsPrevious studies have found that N is released through the decomposition of sugarbeet tops (Moraghan and Smith, 1996: Reitmeier et a]., 1999). There is also evidence that N credits may be justified following other broadleaf crops, such as potato and sunflower. This evidence follows work by Vanotti and Bundy (1995) and Bundy et al. (1 993) suggesting that N credits from annual legumes are provided not by decomposition ofthe roots or release ofN directly into the soil from the roots as some might assume,... |
4. On-The-Go Sensors for variable rate Nutrient Management- Determining Soil K Status with a Flat-Surface Ion-Selective ElectrodeTraditional soil sampling approaches are frequently not sufficiently spatially dense to characterize within field variability in soil fertiiity. Recent technology advances have demonstrated the feasibility of using automated soil sampling systems and tractor mounted sensors to create nutrient availability maps from more continuous measurements. Our objective was to determine if a flat-surface ion selective K electrode could measure soil K status at field moisture content. Twenty-four agricultural... |
5. Detecting Spatially Variable Corn Nitrogen Needs Using Green Reflectance from 35MM PhotographsRising fertilizer costs and environmental concerns are reasons producers are looking to decrease nitrogen (N) fertilizer rates. This study investigated the use of relative green reflectance fiom 35 rnrn aerial photographs to detect spatially variable corn [Zea mays L.] N needs for developing variable rate fertilizer maps. Photographs were taken at three different growth stages (V7, V11, R3) at altitudes from 3,000 to 5,500 fi for two Missouri fields representing alluvial and deep loess soil types.... |
6. Evaluation of Starter Fertilizer Formulations and Placements for Conservation Tillage Production SystemsWith the interest in and importance of the use of starter fertilizers in conservation tillage production systems, research was continued to evaluate higher rates of N in starter fertilizers and different starter fertilizer placements. The use of starter fertilizer containing N, P and K significantly increased corn yields compared to a N only program, even though soil P and K levels were high. Increasing N rates in direct seed placed starter did not increase yields and significantly reduced plant... |
7. Response of Corn Grown in Two Crop Rotations to Different N Rates and NitrapyrinNitrogen fertilization of corn is necessary to obtain adequate yields. Loss of soil-applied N1-L'-N fertilizers due to nitrification can decrease corn yield significantly. Nitrate contamination of ground or surface water supplies should also be considered. Use of nitrapyrin may help address these issues, though in fine textured soils response to its use is difficult to predict. A 10-year study was done to determine the effects of annual application of ammonia with nitrapyrin upon the yield of continuous... |
8. Effects of Chloride From Poultry Litter and Muriate of Potash on Cured Tobacco Leaf QualityPoultry litter is growing more popular as a soil amendment in western Kentucky. due to recent poultry industry expansion. There is concern among the tobacco industry that chloride levels in poultry litter may have detrimental effects on cured leaf quality. A three year study is being conducted at the University of Kentucky to compare availability of chloride fiom poultry litter and muriate of potash and its effect on cured leaf quality. A randomized complete block design structure was chosen, with... |
9. Assessment of Nitrogen Supply From Poultry Manure Applied to CornThe production of poultry in the state of Iowa is one of the largest in the nation and growth has continued the past few years. Currently Iowa is the number one egg producing state in the USA (USDA, 2005). This increase in production also implies an increase in manure production from poultry sources. The common end use of manure is application for crop production. Concerns exist- regarding application at rates higher than needed for crop use, with potential for contamination of water bodies due... |
10. Foliar Manganese and Glyphosate Formulation Yield Effects on Glyphosate-Resistant Soybeans in OhioIn order to address the potential problems associated with glyphosate and manganese applications to glyphosa te-resistant soybeans (Glycine max [L.] Merr.), an experiment with varying glyphosate and manganese micronutrien t formulations and application timing was designed and carried out on two locations in Ohio to test effects on soybean yield. At the location in northwestern Ohio, th e yields for all of the manganese-treated plots were significantly higher ( P=0.1) than the untreated plots, regardless... |
11. Nitrous Oxide Emissions From Nitrogen Fertilizers In IllinoisNitrous oxide (N 2O) has a large global warming potential (GWP). Agricultural applications of nitrogen (N) contribute to N 2O emissions but it might be possible to mitigate such emissions through different N sources. We investigated the potential for anhydrous ammonia (AA), urea, and polymer coated urea (ESN) to mitigate N 2O emissions while enhancing corn (Zea mays L.) production. This three-year study was conducted in Champaign County, Illinois on highly productive mollisols during 2009 to 2011.... |
12. Poly-Coated Urea Responses For Winter Wheat In The Northern PlainsManaging nitrogen applications for winter wheat production and quality includes limiting N volatilization with surface urea applications in the northern Great Plains. Two winter wheat sites located in central and western (W) South Dakota were established in the fall of 2011. Treatments were broadcast poly-coated urea (ESN) and urea at different blend proportions applied at rates of 0, 40, 60, 80, and 100 lb N/a and two timings (fall and spring). An additional winter wheat site was established in... |
13. Evaluation of Crop Canopy Sensors as a Tool for Soybean Research and ProductionDetermining the variables that consistently increase yields in soybean  [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] continues to challenge researchers, agronomists and growers alike. Crop canopy sensors have emerged as a technology used in other cropping systems to monitor and manage agricultural inputs. The sensors measure reflectance in selected wavebands that are used to calculate vegetation indices that relate to unique leaf or canopy characteristics. The objectives of this study were to determine if a commercially... |
14. Evaluation of Fertilizer Placement for Corn with Contrasting Rooting SystemCorn genetic improvements in recent year⤙s generated hybrids adapted for water limited conditions (drought tolerant-DT). Drought tolerant hybrids were developed with conventional breeding selection process, and therefore selected based on certain characteristics such as growth habits and root system. New transgenic DT corn hybrids are also becoming available to producers. A previous study demonstrated that corn response to starter fertilizer application can vary by hybrid (Gordon et al, 1997).... |
15. Evaluating the Interaction between Chelated Fe Source and Placement on Phosphorus Availability in SoybeanIn agriculture, chelating agents are used to supplement micronutrients, such as iron (Fe). However, little research has been conducted on a field scale to evaluate chelating agent effects on phosphorus (P) uptake. The objectives of this study were to evaluate four commercially available chelated Fe sources on early soybean growth and nitrogen (N), P, and potassium (K) uptake. The study was conducted at two locations, and the experimental design was a randomized complete block with four replications... |
16. Evaluation of Secondary and Micronutrient for Soybean Production in KansasSecondary and micronutrients are being increasingly studied for their potential to contribute to yield increase. The objective of this study was to evaluate soybean response to secondary and micronutrient fertilizer application to maximize yields. A randomized complete block design was employed with four replications, at five locations during 2013 and five locations in 2014. Treatments consisted of micronutrient fertilizer as individual nutrient for B, Cu, Mn, S and Zn, in addition to a mix of these... |
17. Changes in P Uptake and Partitioning in Soybean Cultivars Released in the Last 90 YearsHistorical changes in nutrient uptake and partitioning of soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] were not studied. Field studies were conducted in 2011 and 2012 to investigate phosphorus (P) uptake changes and partitioning through the growing season in 25 maturity group (MG) II, and 26 MG III cultivars. Plant samples were taken and partitioned at V4 (four trifoliates), R2 (full bloom), R4 (full pod), R6 (full seed), and R8 (physiological maturity) growth stages. In-season samples were partitioned into... |
18. Fertilizer Placement and Tillage Interaction in Corn and Soybean ProductionDifferent tillage systems can affect the availability of phosphorus (P) in the soil. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects and interaction of fertilizer placement, tillage, and varieties/hybrids for corn and soybean. The experiment was established at two locations in Kansas in 2014. The experimental design was a factorial in a randomized complete block with four replications. Three fertilizer treatments were combined with two tillage systems and two varieties/hybrids of soybean... |
19. Corn Plant Uniformity Following Shallow NH3 Placement in Precision-Guided, Pre-Plant Nitrogen ApplicationsCorn (Zea mays L.) production relies extensively on different types of N fertilizers, and anhydrous ammonia (NH 3) continues to be a dominant N s ource in much of the Corn Belt. Timing and placement of NH 3 fertilizer can affect plant-to-plant uniformity and yield of corn, and especially so when high N rates are applied and there is little time between spring pre-plant NH 3 application and planting. The effects of shallow pre-plant NH3 placement on corn plant-to- plant uniformity were investig ated... |
20. Winter Annual Weeds Affect Nitrogen Availability for No-Till CornWinter annual weeds effects on nitrogen availability have not been adequately studied. The objective of this study was to determine winter annual weed s effects on nitrogen availability for rainfed no -till corn (Zea mays L.) following soybeans ( Glycine max L. Merr.). Field research was conducted in 2010-2011 at 14 sites with heavy winter annual weed pressure in eastern Kansas. A two -factor factorial arrangement in a randomized complete block design with three replications included t hree herbicide... |
21. Winter Annual Weeds Effect on Corn Response to NitrogenThe timing to control winter annua l weeds is a management concern for producers. In regards to corn response to nitrogen, the objective was to determine how important the timing of winter annual weed control is for no-till, rainfed co rn production following soybeans by assessing: soil water and nitrate; early growth and nitrogen uptake of corn; nitr ogen status of corn at silking- blister; and grain yield. Field research was conduc ted in 2010 at seven locations in Kansas. There were four different... |
22. Performance of Early vs. Late Maturing Corn Hybrids in MichiganThe planting of fill-season, or late maturing hybrids in Michigan is encouraged by their tendency to produce higher yields. Full-season hybrids can take advantage of the entire growing season available at a particular location. Shorter season hybrids reach physiological maturity sooner and generally yield less. Recent experience with cool, wet springs resulting in delayed planting, and growing seasons that provided less growing degree days (GDD) than normal has caused corn producers to question the... |
23. No-till and Cover Crops Influence Soil Health and Nitrogen Rate and Timing Recommendations: Early ResultsThe idea of improving soil health has become increasingly more talked about by researchers, agronomists, and farmers in the past five years. Management practices such as no- or reduced-tillage and planting cover crops are recommended to improve soil health because of their potential to improve organic matter and soil structure leading to a greater capacity to hold water and nutrients needed for plant growth. Research in South Dakota has been occurring these past two years to determine the influence... J.D. Clark, A. Bly, D. Karki, D. Sanyal, J. Wolthuizen, P. Kovacs |
24. Impact of sulfur and its interaction with N rates on wheat and barley in North Dakota and Western MinnesotaEffects of S, N, and their interactions were assessed on grain yields and protein of spring wheat and barley, across eight site years in Western Minnesota (MN), and ten site years (hereafter, sites) in North Dakota (ND) from 2015 to 2019. The studies were to determine if S improves yields and protein in wheat, and if the effects were dependent on N rates. Treatments included all combinations of five N rates of N (0, 60, 120, 180, and 240 lbs/ac) and three rates of S (0, 10, 20 lbs/ac) in MN. In... J.M. Teboh, S. Yuja, B.G. Schatz, G. Pradhan |
25. A Combination of Soil Incubation and Chemical Extraction Tests Best Predicts Corn Yield Response to Fertilizer NitrogenSoil tests in general have served a critical role in the field of soil fertility for over half a century, and have helped to increase crop productivity and promote more efficient use of fertilizers on farms. However, N soil tests have limitations and chemical extraction tests have not predicted well the potentially mineralizable N supplied to corn over a growing season. Thus, these tests often do not accurately predict a corn’s yield response to fertilizer N. We explored 30 soil tests for... M. Mcdaniel, D. Walters, L. Bundy, C. Laboski, P. Scharf, R. Drijber, W. Horwath, J. Sawyer, J. Sawyer, M. Castellano |
26. Can Nitrapyrin and Cover Crop Improve Fall Dairy Slurry N Availability to Corn?Fall applications of manure have the potential for high nitrogen (N) losses. Cereal/grass cover crops have been shown to take up fall applied N. Similarly, using nitrapyrin (Instinct®) has been shown to prevent loss of fall applied N. No studies have been conducted to evaluate combining these tools to prevent N loss. This experiment was performed in 2016 and 2017 on a well-drained and somewhat poorly drained silt loam soils. This study was conducted to determine if using Instinct® and... A. Teeter, T. Andraski, C. Laboski |
27. Manure and Fertilizer Management Influence on Soil Nutrient Levels and Grain Yields in Eastern South Dakota from 2003 to 2014Concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) are required to hold a manure management permit in South Dakota. The permit encompasses available nutrients from manure, crop nutrient use and removal, soil test nitrate-N, and phosphorus and land availability for approved nutrient application rates. The management plan determines if nitrogen or phosphorus based manure application rates are used. Most CAFO’s start out following the nitrogen based plan as soil test phosphorus (P) levels... A. Bly, S. Berg, R. Gelderman, B. Rops, P. Sexton, C. Morris |
28. Relating Soil Properties to Spatial Variation of Phosphorus Critical LevelVariable rate (VR) fertilizer application has increased with proliferation of VR capable equipment. Current recommendations for VR phosphorus (P) application often assume that critical level is constant across a field adjusting only for spatial variation of soil P concentration. We conducted this study to determine whether variation in critical level, identified by relative yield of unfertilized to fertilized plots, could be explained by soil properties. In 2016, plots, measuring... J. Bowen |
29. Can a Winter Rye Cover Crop Mitigate Nitrate Leaching from Corn Production on Irrigated Coarse Textured Soils?Minnesota has approximately 500,000 acres of irrigated coarse textured soils. These soils are very productive but are highly vulnerable to nitrate (NO --N) leaching and ground water contamination. In these soils, most of the NO --N leaching losses take place in early spring and late fall, when precipitation is high and crops have limited water and nutrient uptake. The objectives of this study are 1) quantify the capacity of rye (Secale cereal L.) as a cover crop to mitigate... N. Ricks, F. Fernandez, J. Baker |
30. An Integrated Approach to Understanding Poultry Litter Use in Corn-Soybean Production SystemsThe majority of poultry litter (PL) in Kentucky is generated in the western third of the state, the same area that produces approximately 80% of corn, soybean, and wheat. This PL is applied to row crop fields as a nutrient source. Producers and commodity board representatives were concerned with reported nutrient availability coefficients, nutrient value, and long-term use of PL. Four field sites in a NT corn-soybean rotation were identified in the fall of 2012 with low to medium soil test values... E. Ritchey, E. Haramoto, C. Bradley |
31. Should Corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Guidelines be Adjusted for Late N Fertilizer Applications?Late application of nitrogen (N) fertilizer is a topic that is receiving considerable attention. Previous research in Kansas has shown that split applications of N fertilizer can increase yield compared to applications at planting in some site years. This study was designed to investigate how N rate recommendation guidelines can be affected by splitting N fertilizer application with applications during late vegetative growth stage. Four corn study locations were established in North Central and... A. Stemmer, D. Ruiz diaz |
32. Post-Harvest Soil Nitrate Following Corn Production in Eight Midwestern StatesApplying nitrogen (N) at economically optimal rates (EONR) and at times of rapid crop uptake are practices that are thought to minimize the amount of residual soil nitrate (RSN) in the profile that may be susceptible to loss. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of rate (0 to 280 lb N/a in 40 lb increments) and timing (pre-plant (PP) or PP plus V9 sidedress (PP+SD)) of N application on corn grain yield and RSN in the top 3 feet of soil relative to the calculated EONR. Thirty-two... C. Bandura, C. Laboski, J. Camberato, P. Carter, R. Ferguson, F. Fernandez, D. Franzen, N. Kitchen, E. Nafziger, J. Sawyer, J. Shanahan |
33. Variation in Internal N Efficiency of Corn and Impact on Yield-Goal Based N RecommendationsInternal N efficiency (IE) is defined as bushels per acre (GY) produced per pound of N per acre (PMN) in the plant at physiological maturity (R6). Internal N efficiency defines the required amount of plant N content at R6 in a yield-goal based N rate recommendations (currently used in 30 U.S. states) and several commercial N recommendation models. Commonly IE is assumed to be constant at an approximate value of 0.8 bu lb-N-1 in yield-goal based recommendations. Our research objective was... M. Shafer, J. Camberato, P. Carter, R. Ferguson, F. Fernandez, D. Franzen, N. Kitchen, C. Laboski, E. Nafziger, R. Nielsen, J. Sawyer, J. Shanahan |
34. South Dakota Producers Use of Soil Testing to Make Soil Fertility DecisionsSoil fertility guidelines in South Dakota are primarily based on soil testing results. There are several possible soil sampling procedures regarding timing, frequency, and type of soil sampling that can be followed by producers. Survey information collected from South Dakota producers can inform us what soil sampling procedures they are commonly using. We distributed a survey to 3,000 South Dakota producers based on crop reporting district, crops grown, and farm size. We reminded producers three... |
35. Use of Biostimulants for Increased Nutrient Uptake in Maize ProductionBiostimulants are becoming popular in the agricultural market as products to increase growth, health, and/or yield of crop plants. These products differentiate themselves from traditional plant growth regulators as they impact crop growth and development indirectly through mitigation of crop stress and/or greater nutrient availability and uptake. The challenge in working with these products is that there are many types of biostimulants, each with unique mechanisms of action. The objective of this... C.N. Sible, F.E. Below |
36. Corn Tissue Nutrient Concentration Related to Soil Fertility LevelsSoil health metrics, such as active carbon or soil respiration, may be important factors influencing corn nutrient uptake. The push for increasing soil health has promoted the question of how soil health and soil fertility interact. This research determined how different soil health metrics impact early-season corn tissue potassium (K), sulfur (S), or phosphorus (P) nutrient content. Research conducted in 2019 on 35 producer Missouri fields encompassed many soil types and management practices.... M.B. Henry, N.R. Kitchen, K.S. Veum, J.D. Svedin |
37. Corn Nitrogen Fertilizer Management Practices in Eastern South DakotaThe adoption factors of N best management practices (BMPs) that can lessen N loss needs to be understood to help increase adoption rates. Understanding the local, small-scale factors (geographic location, tillage type, and farm size) that influence the use of N BMPs will help nutrient management professionals provide the research and information needed to increase the use of N BMPs. South Dakota (SD) survey data from 465 producers was used to examine the above local, small-scale factors that influence... J.D. Clark, A. Bly, P. Kovacs, J. Ulrich-schad |
38. Independence of Yield and N-Rate, and Use of EONR in N Fertilizer Recommendations in North DakotaEvidence for the independence of N-rate and yield comes from the improved relationship of N-rate with relative yield compared to raw yield in corn, spring wheat and sunflower N-rate experiments in North Dakota. Relationships were also improved in corn by grouping experiments by regional location and whether the soils are high clay (>40% clay) or not, and discriminating between long-term no-till (6 years or more continuous no-till) or conventional till. In spring wheat, regional differences... D. Franzen, H. Bu, L. Sharma, E.C. Schultz, A. Wick, B. Goettl, M. Berti |
39. Managing Nitrogen to Optimize Yield and Quality of North Dakota Two-row Malting BarleyAs the demand of two-row malting barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) increases, having sound N recommendations is increasingly necessary. Not only does N play a role in grain yield, but it may also significantly impact grain malting characteristics including protein, plump, and test weight. To determine the impacts N rate and N availability have on two-row malting barley, two experimental sites were established in both Spring 2020 and 2021. The experiment was organized in a randomized complete... B. Goettl, H. Bu, A. Wick, D. Franzen |
40. Can Soil Health Metrics Improve Standard Soil Fertility Recommendations?It is commonly speculated that integrating soil health (SH) testing with soil fertility (SF) testing would improve fertilizer recommendation decisions. However, quantified impacts of SH properties, specifically soil biological properties, on fertilizer demand have not been well established. The objective of this research was to explore corn (Zea mays L.) yield response to phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) fertilization as influenced by established SF analysis and common SH metrics.... C.J. Ransom, J. Svedin, N.R. Kitchen, K. Veum, S.H. Anderson |
41. What Soil Measurements Relate Best to Corn Economic Optimal N Rate?The use of nitrogen (N) fertilizer is critical for optimizing corn (Zea mays L.) yield. However, improper applications can reduce fertilizer efficiency, create environmental issues, and reduce grower profits. The N cycle is largely affected by biological processes. Therefore, the inclusion of biological soil tests alone or in combination with other soil chemical and physical properties may enable us to improve the accuracy of corn N fertilizer needs to optimize yield. From 2018-2021,... J. Clark, P. Kovacs, A. Bly, A. Ahlersmeyer |
42. Cover Crop Species and Planting Methods Influence on Corn N Requirement in Southern IllinoisIt is well established that planting cover crops prior to corn (Zea mays L.) can influence soil temperature, moisture, and nitrogen (N) dynamics. These changes in soil along with the effects of cover crop on corn plant population can influence corn grain yield and N requirement. Two strategies to facilitate corn establishment and avoid N immobilization especially in winter cereal cover crops is by mixing cover crop species or skipping the corn row (precision planting). A randomized complete... A. Sadeghpour, C. Kula, G. Sener, C. Vick |
43. Agronomic Management of Nitrogen to Reduce N2O Emissions in ManitobaNitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from soil accounts for about 20% of Manitoba’s total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Numerous and recent field research has evaluated these emissions as influenced by nitrogen (N) management practices – such as use of enhanced efficiency fertilizers (EEFs), fertilizer placement and timing, use of legume and cover crops and organic farming. Several practices result in considerable decreases in N2O emissions, across a wide... J. Heard, M. Tenuta |
44. Comparing Yield Goal and Maximum Return to N Based Methods in Predicting Corn Economic Optimal Nitrogen RatesThere are two main N rate recommendation systems used in the U.S.–Yield goal and maximum return to N (MRTN). The current yield-goal based system for calculating corn N rate recommendations in SD has not been evaluated for accuracy since 2013. Therefore, the objective of this project was to 1) evaluate the accuracy of the current yield goal-based equation and 2) create a database of N response trials and evaluate the accuracy of using the MRTN approach for predicting N rate requirements.... J. Clark, P. Kovacs, A. Bly, C. Graham |
45. Impact of Cover Crop Composition on Nitrogen Application Rates and the Subsequent Yields of Corn and SoybeanInterseeding cover crops presents a promising strategy for enhancing the sustainability of agricultural systems. Nevertheless, the practice of interseeding cover crops introduces a dynamic element to nitrogen (N) cycling, potentially altering both the quantity and timing of N release through decomposition (mineralization). This variability in N availability may, in turn, influence the optimal nitrogen fertilizer requirements to maximize corn grain yield. However, long-term studies are essential... J.D. Clark , P. Kovacs, P. Sexton, S. Osborne, S. Kodali |
46. Cover Crops and Nitrogen Cycling in North Dakota Cropping SystemsCover crops have proven effective in reducing wind and water erosion, improving soil health, and capturing excess N in the fall to prevent leaching. Although the benefits of cover crops to soil health are widely reported, their impact on the yield of the following crops is not clear. The purpose of this North Dakota study was to determine the impact cover crops have on the yield of following corn (Zea Mays L.) and wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crops along with quantifying nitrogen... B. Goettl, D. Franzen |
47. Investigating the Effects of Tillage Practices and Fertilizer Placement Strategies on Corn Yield and Nutrient Uptake in Eastern South DakotaIn South Dakota, phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) fertilizers are often used to optimize corn (Zea may L.) grain yields and maintain soil fertility. The placement of these fertilizers often has an impact on the nutrient accessibility to the plant and the fertilizer’s impact on the environment. The management of these fertilizers is largely influenced by the tillage system utilized. In the western corn belt, producers have historically used a combination of conventional and... C. Tesch, P. Kovacs |
48. Cover Crop Species and Planting Methods Influence on Corn N Requirement in Southern IllinoisIt is well established that planting cover crops prior to corn (Zea mays L.) can influence soil temperature, moisture, and nitrogen (N) dynamics. These changes in soil along with the effects of cover crop on corn plant population can influence corn grain yield and N requirement. Two strategies to facilitate corn establishment and avoid N immobilization especially in winter cereal cover crops is by mixing cover crop species or skipping the corn row (precision planting). A randomized complete... A. Sadeghpour, C. Kula, G. Sener |
49. Polymer Coated Urea and Time of Application for Corn Production in MinnesotaManaging N for corn production is a key to minimizing N losses. Excessively wet spring conditions resulting from ongoing climate change exacerbate loss potential of early spring N applications. Also, a shift in available N fertilizer sources calls for an extensive evaluation of these sources across different soil conditions to update the current N best management practices. The objectives of this research are to evaluate various urea, polymer-coated urea (PCU), and PCU-urea blends and N application... F. Fernández, K. Fabrizzi, J. Vetsch, W.F. Lazarus |