A dust storm rippled through the Midwest late last week, followed by rain in some parts and continued heat in others. This weather event highlights soil safeguarding needs, according to Conservation Agronomist Rosie Roberts.
Weather Delays Planting In Some Areas, But Weeds Are On Time
Wet fields have slowed farmers’ planting progress to a snail’s pace in some areas, but that’s had little effect on broadleaf weeds and grasses. Many are growing rapidly in parts of the Midwest.
Running Out of Time: Prevent Plant Decisions Mount in Northern Corn Belt
After the slowest start to planting since 2013, farmers across the Midwest found a window to plant last week. However, farmers in the northern Corn Belt are still struggling, and it's a race against the calendar.
