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Drought and fire: Farm
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A message to farmers from University of Minnesota Extension Dean Bev Durgan: U of M Extension helps farmers manage in times of drought, floods, other challenges
Crops
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When is early too early?
3/19/12: Is there such a thing as too early for seeding wheat and other cool season grasses?
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Thinking nitrogen for the spring
3/18/12: Extension soil specialists Daniel Kaiser and John Lamb discuss how the drought affects nitrogen management of corn this spring.
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Evaluate winter injury in alfalfa stands
3/12/12: This winter's lack of snow cover could have caused injury.
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Five ways crop growers can plan for spring drought
2/13/12: Advice on crop insurance, planting dates, soil moisture, and herbicide application
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Agronomist predicts good growing season around Farmington
3/5/12: Though southwest Minnesota is still a concern, University of Minnesota Extension corn agronomist Jeff Coulter thinks the Farmington area will see a good crop. – Farmington Independent
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Keep an eye on the soils to select appropriate spring tillage practices
2/11/12: Tillage advice from University of Minnesota Extension educator Jodi DeJong-Hughes. – Minnesota Farm Guide
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Variable winter drives insects buggy
2/2/12: Extension entomologists Bruce Potter, Ken Ostlie, and Jeff Hahn discuss this weather's impact on insect populations. – Marshall Independent
Two-spotted Spider Mites
Infestations in soybeans and corn during drought may be aggravated by insecticide and fungicide use.
Other crops resources we recommend
- Drought-stressed Corn (78 K PDF) — University of Nebraska — Identification, harvest options, pricing, forage, direct grazing and more.
- Smart Water Use on Your Farm or Ranch — Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education — Conservation options including soil, water and plant management.
- Land Surface Monitoring and Prediction — National Weather Service —Soil moisture monitoring resources.
- Crop Moisture Index — National Weather Service — Map showing short term need vs. available water.
Livestock
Beef
Managing drought conditions for beef producers
Resources recommended by the Extension Beef Team.
Forages and feeding
Drought and Frost Concerns in Horse Pastures
Sorghum-sudangrass is an option for times of drought. (554 K PDF)
