Cold and wet weather so far this year may delay spring planting a little, according to Purdue Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator Phil Woolery. “It’s certainly slowing things down,” he says. Continue reading
Possible Impact Flooding Could Have on Agriculture
Though much of the high water we were seeing last week has receded, you may have noticed that there are still several fields that are looking more like lakes recently.
Depending on when these flood waters clear up completely, Hoosier farmers may run into some issues this farm season.
Purdue Extension Agriculture Educator Phil Woolery mentioned that the severity of impact will depend on how long a farmers’ field stays underwater. He said fields that dried up rather quickly probably won’t have any issues, while those that are having trouble draining may run into some problems down the line. Continue reading
Purdue Extension Offers Tips for Preparing Your Garden for Winter
With the gardening season coming to an end, now’s the time to start getting ready for winter, according to Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery. Continue reading
Farmers Turning Attention to Corn, As Harvest Season Continues
Harvest season continues for local farmers.
Purdue Extension Agricultural Educator Phil Woolery says that when it comes to the major crops, farmers are just about done harvesting soybeans. Corn is taking a bit longer, though. Continue reading
Tree Owners Urged to Beware of Blue Spruce Diseases
Owners of blue spruce trees should be on the lookout for a couple diseases that attack the trees’ needles. Continue reading
Slow Down for Farm Equipment on Roadways
Spring planting season is now underway, and that means motorists will see an increase in farm equipment on local roadways. Continue reading
Recent Cold Snap Expected to Have Minimal Impact on Local Plant Growth
Some wild weather over the past few weeks is expected to have a minimal impact on local plants. Continue reading
Purdue Extension Offers Gardening Tips
The risk of frost has been significantly lowered as the calendar works its way through the month of May, and that means there are a few things to consider for a home garden.
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Soybean Yields Recover After Wet Spring
This year’s harvest is moving along well, thanks to dry weather continuing in recent weeks. Continue reading
