Plow Points | Wheeler and Jeff Davis County Extension

2018 Research Data – Corn & Cotton

Dec 10, 2018 | Written by Jennifer

Take a look at some local data from research plots done in 2018.
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Strategies for Poor-Quality Forage Management in Georgia Cow Herds

Nov 8, 2018 | Written by Brooke

Ever heard the saying “a cow can starve with a full belly”? Well, it’s very possible if you are not providing the nutrient requirements for your cattle. They can eat until they’re about to “pop,” but still be hungry for the nutrients they need to do their job. With the excessive rains May through July followed…
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Agriculture Disaster Assistance – Information Session for Producers

Oct 18, 2018 | Written by Brooke

Information on Disaster Assistance Programs

Oct 17, 2018 | Written by Brooke

Information on Disaster Assistance Programs Adam N. Rabinowitz Assistant Professor and Extension Economist Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, University of Georgia Hurricane Michael ripped through the heart of Georgia agriculture, devastating the southwest region and destroying a significant amount of our farmers’ hard work. While government programs can…
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What is available to cover my marketing losses from trade tariffs?

Oct 2, 2018 | Written by Brooke

Market Facilitation Program: What is available to cover my marketing losses from trade tariffs? Yangxuan Liu Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics University of Georgia U.S. Department of Agriculture releases details about the spending plans for $12 billion in trade aid package for farmers. The main component of the aid…
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Cotton Defoliation Considerations for 2018 (Freeman and Whitaker)

Sep 17, 2018 | Written by Jennifer

Most of our early planted cotton is quickly approaching (and has approached in some areas) time for defoliation. Cotton defoliation tends to be one of the most important aspects of cotton production each year. Timing and product selection are two of the more critical components regarding defoliation and confusion occurs not only by the thousands of tank mix concoctions but also the differences in personalities of growers with some wanting to pull the trigger too early and some wanting to wait on the very last boll to crack.
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#4Hcleanup River Pollution Tracking Project

Sep 13, 2018 | Written by Jennifer

#4Hcleanup —-Jeff Davis County and Montgomery County 4-H members learn about river ecosystems and water pollution. Getting involved in a real life pollution tracking project by making buoys to release into the river. HELP US FIND THEM so they can see how far they have gone.
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Cotton Tailgate Meeting – THURSDAY – September 6th

Aug 31, 2018 | Written by Jennifer

Don’t miss the Cotton Tailgate Meeting on Thursday of next week!
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Foliar Feeding Cotton

Aug 24, 2018 | Written by Brooke

Jennifer and I have been getting questions about foliar feeding cotton. Below are some general guidelines and rules of thumb to follow as you use foliar fertilizer to help you finish the season. Foliar Feeding General Guidelines: Supplement to a Good Soil Applied Program Not all Nutrients Feed Well Low Volume -Not Pivots Don’t feed…
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Scout for Corn Ear Worm and Stink Bugs in Cotton

Jul 27, 2018 | Written by Jennifer

This week I have seen an increase in the number of stink bugs present in our cotton fields. We are also seeing numerous corn ear worm moths. Those moths are busy laying eggs. Make sure you are aware of how these pests affect your fields and treat accordingly.
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