The Badger Crop Connect series is developed by University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension educators and specialists, and provides agronomists, crop consultants and farmers timely crop updates for Wisconsin.
In this video, Hava Blair, researcher, UW–Madison Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, presents an in-depth overview of the Wisconsin Phosphorus Index (P Index), a modeling tool used to estimate phosphorus runoff from agricultural fields to nearby surface waters.
In this video, Kelsey Hyland and Laura Paletta from UW–Madison Extension’s Ag Water Program explore phosphorus stratification in Wisconsin agricultural soils and its implications for water quality.
Josh Bendorf from the Wisconsin State Climatology Office provides a detailed update on weather conditions across the state as of June 26, 2025.
In this video, Dr. Damon Smith, UW–Madison Field Crop Pathologist, provides an early season update on crop disease risks and management strategies for Wisconsin.
In this video, Dr. Shawn Conley, UW–Madison Soybean and Small Grains Specialist, shares early-season decision cues for managing soybeans and winter wheat.
Josh Bendorf from the Wisconsin State Climate Office provides a detailed update on weather and climate conditions across the state as of June 12, 2025.
In this video, Dr. Rodrigo Werle shares 2025 field observations and research updates on corn and soybean weed management in Wisconsin.
Dr. Erin Silva, professor of organic agriculture at UW–Madison, shares practical spring strategies for organic weed management in grain systems.
Assistant State Climatologist Dr. Ed Hopkins provides a detailed update on Wisconsin’s weather conditions as of May 22, 2025.
Jason Cavadini, UW–Madison Extension grazing outreach specialist, provides a comprehensive checklist for spring grazing, aimed at optimizing forage production and extending the grazing season.
Dr. Emily Bick, assistant professor and extension specialist for field and forage pests in the UW–Madison Department of Entomology, provides an update on forage insect pests, focusing on alfalfa weevils, potato leaf hoppers, and slugs.
Kevin Jarek outlines the key factors needed for accurate valuation, including expected dry matter yield, estimated value per ton of dry matter, and harvest costs.
