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Jeff Davis County Extension

April 2016

  • Cotton can be safely planted when 4 inch soil temperatures have reached 65 degrees for 3 consecutive days.Early planting is often done to ensure adequate moisture in dry land fields. Research has shown there is little difference in yield when planting between April 1st and May 20th.

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  • Peanut Planting

    April 15th is the earliest recommended start date for peanut planting in South Georgia. Our current weather conditions have given farmers pause.

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