Articles
▶ Scouting for Crop Nutrient Deficiencies
Jordyn Sattler, UW–Madison Extension regional crops educator, explains the importance of identifying nutrient deficiencies, how to recognize key symptoms like chlorosis, necrosis, and stunting, and how to use tools like NDVI imagery and plant tissue sampling for accurate diagnosis.
▶ Crop Staging, Stand Counts, and Soil and Tissue Sampling
Josh Kamps, UW–Madison Extension regional crops educator, covers how to assess plant populations, determine crop growth stages for corn, soybeans, and wheat, and properly collect and interpret soil and tissue samples.
▶ Robotics and Automation for Weed Management
This video showcases cutting-edge technologies such as laser weeders, spot cultivators, and AI-driven imaging systems, with a focus on real-world research using laser weeders in onion production.
Summer Annual Forages: Diversify your feed
Maximizing your forage supply is key to having a well-fed, productive herd. One way to accomplish this is by identifying and incorporating summer annual and brassica forages in your crop rotation.
The Cutting Edge Podcast Episode #51: Honeyberry Production
A conversation with two experienced honeyberry growers in the Upper Midwest: George Terwey of Haskap Minnesota (Stillwater, MN) and Phil Stowe of Walking Plants Orchard (Lake Osakis, MN). Register here for the Upper Midwest Honeyberry Academy on July 1, 2025!eventreg.wisc.edu/en/5f4YRxR7/g/ex…Qr17RAz/overview Resources Haskap Minnesota Walking Plants Orchard
The Cutting Edge Podcast Episode #50: UMHDI Hazelnut Breeding Updates
An update on hazelnut breeding in the Upper Midwest from breeders Emily Delorean and Scott Brainard. Resources Upper Midwest Hazelnut Development Initiative Savanna Institute
Notes from the Field: A Growers Perspective – Ben Kraus Chat #3
We’ll be focusing our discussions on phenology/fruit development and integrated pest management. This week we will hear about Ben’s plans for petal fall.
▶ 2025 Corn and Soybean Weed Management: Field Observations and Research Updates
In this video, Dr. Rodrigo Werle shares 2025 field observations and research updates on corn and soybean weed management in Wisconsin.
▶ Organic Weed Management: Spring Considerations
Dr. Erin Silva, professor of organic agriculture at UW–Madison, shares practical spring strategies for organic weed management in grain systems.
▶ May 22 Ag Weather Outlook for Wisconsin
Assistant State Climatologist Dr. Ed Hopkins provides a detailed update on Wisconsin’s weather conditions as of May 22, 2025.
