Agriculture Agent Shane Bogle recently provided an update on the status of crops in Caldwell County, which he noted has been an unusual year for farmers.
In addition to the storms and tornado over Memorial Day weekend, Bogle said farmers experienced a dry season early on. As a result, crops were planted earlier than usual, particularly in areas north of Princeton.
With all the recent rain, Bogle acknowledges that some issues have emerged, but he remains hopeful that weather conditions are improving.
click to download audioBogle also mentioned that, now that we’re starting to experience drier conditions, they are keeping an eye out for corn diseases. However, he noted that local crops are currently looking good.
click to download audioAccording to Bogle, they have detected a small amount of Vomitoxin in the wheat crops, caused by the wet conditions.
click to download audioHe also mentioned that, due to the drier conditions the last couple of weeks. farmers have been able to catch up cutting their fields to roll and bale hay.
