Division of Extension
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.
Dr. Natasha Rayne shares UW–Madison research exploring manure nitrogen availability, soil nitrate testing, crop sensing technologies, and environmental factors that influence in‑season nitrogen decisions.
Dr. Harkirat Kaur examines early‑season corn planting decisions in Wisconsin, focusing on opportunities to maximize yield and risks that can affect stand establishment.
Dr. Shawn Conley discusses agronomic decisions for soybeans planted in mid‑May in Wisconsin.
Dr. Emily Bick reviews key field and forage crop insect pest issues from 2025 and what to watch for in the upcoming 2026 season.
Alyssa Foss explains new pesticide label requirements related to the Endangered Species Act and how they affect pesticide use in Wisconsin.
Dr. Paul Mitchell provides a comprehensive update on agricultural policy and farm financial trends for spring 2026.
Josh Bendorf explains near‑term and seasonal forecasts for temperature and precipitation, flooding risks, and soil temperature timing relevant to spring planting decisions.
Silva Gaku provides an overview of financial assistance updates for agricultural producers following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Dr. Paul Mitchell provides a comprehensive update on agricultural policy and farm income trends for fall 2025.
Dr. Brenda Boetel presents the fall 2025 market outlook for corn and soybeans, offering insights into harvest progress, yield expectations, export trends, and price forecasts.
Josh Bendorf from the Wisconsin State Climatology Office provides a detailed update on weather conditions across the state as of November 6, 2025.
Rubens Diogo, a postdoctoral research associate in the Ané Lab, UW–Madison Department of Bacteriology, shares groundbreaking research on enhancing biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) in corn.
