Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu Nitrogen (N) fertilization is not recommended after June and before mid- to late-August in most years. This growing season has been an exception to the general recommendation. Usually by late-June or early July, we begin… Continue Reading
Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu Although the weather this spring has not been kind to our state’s hay producers and has even been limiting to a degree for those pasturing animals due to the colder than normal spring, it is… Continue Reading
Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu For those producers very worried about the impact of the shortage of rainfall so far this year, I suggest a two-pronged approach. First, soil test your fields to determine if any phosphorus (P), potassium (K),… Continue Reading
Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu The very dry spring that we’ve experienced in 2012 has made it questionable as to whether a second or late spring application of nitrogen (N) might be advisable or economical. Thanks to the rainfall last… Continue Reading
Richard Taylor, Extension Agronomist; rtaylor@udel.edu This year, with very high hay prices and short supplies, there is a need for early pasture for grazing to stretch tight budgets and short hay supply. One of the few ways to stimulate growth… Continue Reading
