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Corn Growers: Assess Wireworm Risk Prior To Planting

Corn growers need to scout their fields to determine wireworm populations before planting so they don't miss the optimum treatment window, a Purdue Extension entomologist says. Wireworms, or click beetle larvae, feed on corn seed germ and may prevent plants from sprouting. The pest becomes active when soil temperatures warm into the upper 40s.
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US EPA Approved Valent's Fierce Herbicide Registration

Fierceâ„¢ Herbicide (active ingredients: flumioxazin + pyroxasulfone), the newest residual from Valent U.S.A. Corporation, has received US EPA registration in soybeans. Fierce, which received registration for corn earlier this year, is now available to soybean growers for the longest-lasting, broadest spectrum control of broadleaves and grasses, including species that are resistant to glyphosate and other chemistries.
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Orthman Introduces New 1tRIPr Configurations

Orthman Manufacturing introduces its 1tRIPr in all-new 3-meter transport configurations. These new strip-tillage machine configurations feature an all-new hinge design that combines Orthman's patented internal folding cylinder with a new split hinge, which allows the toolbar to fold under 3 meters for transport down the road.
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Innovative Farmer Introduces Strip-Freshener

Todd Mooberry, strip-till farmer in Low Point, Ill., introduces his "strip-freshener" unit that he designed and is selling to Yetter for production. Runs in the spring over strips made in the fall to help them dry out and apply fertilizer to the strip. Also able to improve the ride of his planter, at least 8-10 percent.
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