Mike and the Kevins are joined by Calvin Rupe, Pioneer Field Agronomist, to discuss pre-plant and pre-emergence herbicide decisions as growers get ready to plant 2024's crop. While all fields vary, early weed control can help protect yield potential. Getting to weeds before the grow or takeover a field is critical, especially as smaller weeds are easier to control and kill. It's important to note that herbicides can be less effective during times of heat and drought stress, which often occur at later application times.

Resources

Article: Early Season Weed Control: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/early-season-weed-control-cropfocus.html

Article: Critical Period of Weed Control in Corn: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/weed-control-corn.html

Article: Corn Hybrid Herbicide Management Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-herb-guide.html

Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.

Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.