Soil temperature is one of the most important factors crop farmers use to guide their planting decisions. The rule of thumb is to wait until the upper 4 inches reach at least 50 degrees Fahrenheit, ...

Thought it would be instructive to look at soil temperatures this morning. On the right is the 2" soil temperature map under bare ground which is available from the Oklahoma Mesonet. Since we spent ...

Soil temperatures are a little behind schedule this year, as is everything else, but satellite mapping shows that the cool-down has begun. Areas north of the three “I” states are pretty much good to ...

The cool and clear mornings, warming daytime temperatures and the ever-increasing sunshine in the Inland Northwest are triggering excitement in Tri-City gardeners. However, home horticulture ...

A look at the soil temperature map on the right shows the effect of how much the recent, very cool weather conditions have changed soil temperatures. These are the temperatures as of this afternoon at ...

The fall fertilizer application window is wide open right now. Aside from visiting your Inputs Monitor Regional Pricing Index, consider the following... While the air has cooled significantly in the ...

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture advises farmers and fertilizer applicators to check soil temperature and delay fall application of ammonium-based nitrogen fertilizers until ...

Many factors influence the ability of soil to buffer against temperature changes. Recent research shows both perennial biofuel and cover crops help soils shield against extreme temperatures. Soil ...

With the corn and soybean harvest winding down, many farmers are turning their attention to fertilizer. Richard Roth, a nutrient management specialist with Iowa State University Extension, says the ...

Thought it would be instructive to look at soil temperatures this morning. On the right is the 2" soil temperature map under bare ground which is available from the Oklahoma Mesonet. Since we spent ...