The Corn Leafhopper is Back
Jul 17, 2025

Video: The Corn Leafhopper is Back

Ashleigh Faris, OSU Extension cropping systems entomologist and IPM coordinator, says the corn leafhopper is being reported in fields in Choctaw County. Dr. Faris explains why OSU researchers need help from corn producers scouting and sending in samples of the leafhopper to find effective management applications in controlling this pest.
 

The Corn Leafhopper is Back

The Corn Leafhopper is Back

Ashleigh Faris, OSU Extension cropping systems entomologist and IPM coordinator, says the corn leafhopper is being reported in fields in Choctaw County. Dr. Faris explains why OSU researchers need help from corn producers scouting and sending in samples of the leafhopper to find effective manage... More
2025 Crop Weather Challenges: Ohio Flooding vs Idaho Drought Impact

2025 Crop Weather Challenges: Ohio Flooding vs Idaho Drought Impact

The tale of the two farmers is about as different as you can be this year. Ben Klick farms in Ohio while Jamie Kress is based in Idaho. They’re joined by a common denominator - the weather and the impact it can have when too much or too little falls. We start in the Eastern Corn Belt where delay... More
Market Monitor

Market Monitor

John Michael Riley, OSU agricultural economist, discusses wheat harvest progress before covering recent news in trade policy and how that affected Oklahoma’s four main crops: wheat, corn, soybeans and cotton.... More
The silaging process by Rooke Farms

The silaging process by Rooke Farms

From swathing, to chopping, to packing and then tarping silage for winter feed.... More
Making the Most of Mentorship - Webinar Recording

Making the Most of Mentorship - Webinar Recording

Mentorship is key to break down barriers, transition knowledge and to create strong and sustainable connections. The BCRC was pleased to invite a mentorship match from the 2022-23 BCRC Beef Researcher Mentorship Program to discuss how to make the most of mentorship during and following a formal ... More
Why Are Corn Prices So Low?

Why Are Corn Prices So Low?

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Banding vs Broadcasting

Banding vs Broadcasting

Farm Basics from Ag PhD Episode #1423 | Air Date 07/13/25 - Line it up or let it loose? The Heftys dig into how placement affects the green in the field and in the wallet.... More

My Corn Crop Was Looking Good… Until This Hit!

My Corn Crop Was Looking Good… Until This Hit!

Everything looked great with my corn crop… until a dusty wind storm came through and messed things up. In this video, I walk through what happened in the field, what I noticed in the days after and how even a short dust storm can impact my crop and what steps are next!... More
Did Bokashi Bash my Tomatoes? + Making the Perishable Harvest Last

Did Bokashi Bash my Tomatoes? + Making the Perishable Harvest Last

We cover: making perishable greens and such last in the cooler (plus other harvest tips), a cover crop for root knot nematodes and a bokashi composting tomato situation…... More
Mike

Mike's First...

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Hay, Bloat, and Catching the Bull!

Hay, Bloat, and Catching the Bull!

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Rollins: No Amnesty For Undocumented Farm Workers

Rollins: No Amnesty For Undocumented Farm Workers

This week, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins promised to find a balance between deporting undocumented farmworkers while not disrupting the agricultural supply chains they support.... More
Mid-Season Crop Check Reveals Very Different Tale

Mid-Season Crop Check Reveals Very Different Tale

Our two producers for 2025 are dealing with extremely different stories this growing season. We go in for a mid-season check up with Ben Klick in Ohio and Jamie Kress in Idaho.... More
Trump Moves Tariff Deadline, Brazil Singled Out for 50% Import Duty

Trump Moves Tariff Deadline, Brazil Singled Out for 50% Import Duty

This week, President Donald Trump moved his deadline for imposing tariffs on countries who have yet to make a deal with the U.S. from last Wednesday to August 1st. Those who fail to make a deal are being threatened with an additional 10% increase in duties.... More
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Post crimping corn emergence. Regenerative No Till, No Erosion covercrop crimping results.

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Oilseed rape harvest in action

Oilseed rape harvest in action

Oilseed rape is a vital part of UK arable rotations—supporting pollinators, boosting food security, and driving economic growth. While growing OSR comes with its challenges, Corteva is committed to working alongside farmers, agronomists, and industry partners to secure a resilient future for thi... More
Boost your haymaking efficiency with this rugged and reliable hay rake tedder!

Boost your haymaking efficiency with this rugged and reliable hay rake tedder!

Boost your haymaking efficiency with this rugged and reliable hay rake tedder! | | MechMaxx... More
Cutting Edge Secret to Dry Hay Production

Cutting Edge Secret to Dry Hay Production

The very 1st day of 2025 hay season has started! This was just a small(ish) 50 acre trial run and things went smooth. The mowers, tedders, rakes, balers, bundlers and dryers all passed the test. We are ready for the season... More
Revolutionizing the Hay Industry: Norden AlfaTed

Revolutionizing the Hay Industry: Norden AlfaTed

The Norden AlfaTed – Faster Drying, Better Hay! Drying alfalfa and other leafy legumes for baling has always been a challenge—until now. The Norden AlfaTed is designed to fluff windrows quickly while protecting crop quality, thanks to its innovative reel-type design.... More
Lil Smokey Breaking Ground!!

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