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Soybean Irrigation Termination

Soybean Irrigation Termination Updated

🕔08:00, 7.Aug 2024

This year, irrigation has been especially important. Our goal is to make sure we make the right decisions for terminating irrigation as we close out the season. Currently, there are various growth stages across the state’s acres, with some nearing

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When to terminate irrigation in corn

When to terminate irrigation in corn Updated

🕔15:26, 8.Jul 2024

As the corn crop nears maturity, knowing when you can safely terminate irrigation, without sacrificing yield, or wasting money and labor through unnecessary irrigation is likely the most important decision that will affect your bottom line. This article outlines the steps needed to help make these decisions accurately and reliable.

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When should we initiate Irrigation to Enhance Corn Yield?

When should we initiate Irrigation to Enhance Corn Yield? Updated

🕔11:15, 25.May 2024

At the first hint of summer weather, there is often a rush to replenish moisture in corn fields with irrigation. However, inadequate soil moisture is not nearly as limiting as usually perceived. This article will discuss when to initiate irrigation based upon what is best for the corn crop.

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2024 Mississippi Extension County Meeting Agendas

2024 Mississippi Extension County Meeting Agendas Updated

🕔10:02, 2.Feb 2024

Agenda_Hinds Co Agro Producers Agenda_Leflore Co Agro Producers Agenda_Monroe Co Agro Producers Mt 26_021324   *start time 9:30 a.m.* Agenda_Union Co Agro Producers Agenda_Tunica Co Agro Producers Agenda_Grenada Co Agro Producers  

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MS Ag Industry Council – 2023 Row Crop Update

MS Ag Industry Council – 2023 Row Crop Update Updated

🕔21:41, 21.Jul 2023

We welcome you to attend the Row Crop Update at the 2023 Mississippi Agricultural Industry Council Annual Convention. This event is hosted at Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama on Wednesday, July 26 starting at 8:00am.

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When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean

When to Begin Irrigation in Soybean Updated

🕔00:07, 3.Jun 2023

It is now the time of year where temperatures are warmer and fields are becoming dry in many areas. This situation always moves irrigation initiation to the front of our management plans. As a state, we have a portion of

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When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential?

When should we Start Irrigating Corn to Enhance Yield Potential? Updated

🕔10:15, 27.May 2023

At the first sign of summer weather patterns, Midsouth corn growers often get nervous about moisture stress. However, inadequate soil moisture is not nearly as limiting as usually perceived – considering we have abundant moisture virtually all spring. In fact, excessive moisture can stress corn development and hamper yields, if we trigger irrigation too early.

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Get Certified Crop Adviser CEUs at the 2023 Mississippi Water Resources Conference

Get Certified Crop Adviser CEUs at the 2023 Mississippi Water Resources Conference Updated

🕔19:42, 15.Mar 2023

Get Certified Crop Adviser CEUs at the 2023 Mississippi Water Resources Conference If you need CEUs, multiple sessions at the upcoming Mississippi Water Resources Conference have been approved by Certified Crop Adviser. The hours available are: Nutrient Management: 7 Soil

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MSU Extension survey seeks farmer feedback

MSU Extension survey seeks farmer feedback Updated

🕔12:22, 23.Feb 2023

By Keri Collins Lewis STARKVILLE, Miss. — Delta-based agricultural producers in a four-state region are invited to participate in a survey designed to gauge opinions and identify current practices related to water use. The online “Delta Region Irrigation Producers’ Survey,”

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Upcoming Row Crop Extension Meetings

Upcoming Row Crop Extension Meetings Updated

🕔16:22, 10.Feb 2023

Mississippi State University Extension will be hosting several county row crop meetings this month. Each meeting will cover issues specific to the region including management topics on agronomics, insects, weeds, diseases, and economics. A meal will be provided at each

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2022 Mississippi Cotton Official Small Plot Variety Trials

2022 Mississippi Cotton Official Small Plot Variety Trials Updated

🕔09:54, 1.Dec 2022

22 COTTON OVT_BOOK_

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2022 Mississippi On-Farm Cotton Variety Trials

2022 Mississippi On-Farm Cotton Variety Trials Updated

🕔11:04, 30.Nov 2022

2022_County_Trial _Extension_Publication

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Soybean Irrigation Termination

Soybean Irrigation Termination Updated

🕔10:47, 13.Aug 2022

There is no question that this growing season has had challenges. From acres that were planted late because it remained too wet to acres that didn’t receive rainfall in weeks. Irrigation has been as important as ever this year. There

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Soybean Irrigation Initiation

Soybean Irrigation Initiation Updated

🕔10:12, 18.Jun 2022

Regardless of the amount of rainfall that we have been blessed to receive thus far this growing season, we have reached the point where extreme temperatures and little to no rain in the forecast have led to irrigation being on

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How do I install Watermark moisture sensors?

How do I install Watermark moisture sensors? Updated

🕔08:31, 28.May 2022

Irrometer Watermark Series: Installation Procedures Publication Number: P3540 View as PDF: P3540.pdf This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications will discuss other types

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Where do I install my soil moisture sensor?

Where do I install my soil moisture sensor? Updated

🕔08:25, 28.May 2022

Irrometer Watermark Series: Location Selection This publication series provides information and recommendations pertaining to the Irrometer Watermark 200SS, a granular matrix sensor commonly used in Mississippi for scheduling irrigation. Future publications will discuss other types of soil moisture sensors. Users

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Soil Moisture Status and Irrigation Initiation (Podcast)

Soil Moisture Status and Irrigation Initiation (Podcast) Updated

🕔06:55, 20.May 2022

Drew and Erick visit with Tom and Jason from the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville about initiation of irrigation in corn.  We recorded this on Friday, May 13 when temperatures were high and conditions were mostly dry.  Many areas

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County Meeting Schedule – January 2022

County Meeting Schedule – January 2022 Updated

🕔11:11, 6.Jan 2022

Mississippi State University Extension will be hosting several county row crop meetings this month. Each meeting will cover issues specific to the region including management topics on agronomics, insects, weeds, diseases, and economics. A meal will be provided at each

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2021 Cotton County Trial Publication

2021 Cotton County Trial Publication Updated

🕔16:23, 15.Dec 2021

2021 County Trial Extension Publication

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2021 Mississippi Official Small Plot Variety Trials

2021 Mississippi Official Small Plot Variety Trials Updated

🕔16:20, 15.Dec 2021

2021 COTTON OVT

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Polytube pickup

Polytube pickup Updated

🕔17:46, 29.Oct 2021

Delta Plastics will only collect used polytube from those who request a pick-up. For pick up requests, you can call 800-277-9172 or Download the new Push for Pick Up mobile app for guaranteed 7-day pick up at: https://hubs.ly/H0V9WhS0

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2021 Delta Area Rice Meeting Scheduled for November 17, 2021

2021 Delta Area Rice Meeting Scheduled for November 17, 2021 Updated

🕔18:17, 21.Oct 2021

The 2021 Delta Area Rice Meeting will be held at the Bolivar Co. Extension office on Wednesday, November 17th, 2021.

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Irrigation Termination (Podcast)

Irrigation Termination (Podcast) Updated

🕔15:29, 17.Aug 2021

From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Drew talks with Jason and Tom about the art and science of irrigation termination.  They also discuss Drew’s on-farm research and demonstration program with sites across the Delta.

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MS Ag Industry Council – 2021 Row Crop Update Updated

🕔18:10, 14.Jul 2021

We welcome you to attend the Row Crop Update at the 2021 Mississippi Agricultural Industry Council Annual Convention. This event is hosted at Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama on Wednesday, July 21 starting at 8:00am.

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How to Schedule Irrigation with Watermark Sensors

How to Schedule Irrigation with Watermark Sensors Updated

🕔19:51, 25.Jun 2021

Irrometer Watermark Series: Irrigation Triggers http://extension.msstate.edu/publications/irrometer-watermark-series-irrigation-triggers  Introduction An irrigation trigger is the point at which an irrigation cycle starts. Starting too wet wastes water and energy, while starting too dry reduces yield. In this publication, we give guidance on how

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