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Comparisons Of Nitrogen Fertilizer Sources Under Kentucky Soil And Climatic Conditions, Kenneth L. Wells, Lloyd W. Murdock, Harold F. Miller
Comparisons Of Nitrogen Fertilizer Sources Under Kentucky Soil And Climatic Conditions, Kenneth L. Wells, Lloyd W. Murdock, Harold F. Miller
Agronomy Notes
A summary of yield data comparing different nitrogen fertilizer sources in field experiments conducted by the Agronomy Department staff should provide information that will help answer some of the inquiries regarding the comparative value of some of the nitrogen fertilizers being marketed in Kentucky. Since the nitrogen rates per acre shown in all tables are ACTUAL NITROGEN the COST PER POUND OF NITROGEN in the different materials is an important consideration when evaluating the various products.
Influence Of Time Of Application Of Nitrogen Fertilizer On Corn Yields, Harold F. Miller, Kenneth Wells, Morris J. Bitzer, G. W. Thomas, R. E. Phillips
Influence Of Time Of Application Of Nitrogen Fertilizer On Corn Yields, Harold F. Miller, Kenneth Wells, Morris J. Bitzer, G. W. Thomas, R. E. Phillips
Agronomy Notes
Soil moisture conditions can have a large effect on crop responses to nitrogen fertilization. Kentucky's usual climatic pattern of periods of heavy rainfall and relatively warm temperatures during the winter and spring seasons influences expected yield responses of corn to applied nitrogen. If nitrogen fertilizer is applied in late winter or early spring, some of it may be lost before the plants have made sufficient growth to take up appreciable quantities. The amount of loss that might be expected will be influenced by the amount of rainfall, temperature, amount of organic matter and drainage of the soil.
The Influence Of Soil Temperature On Soybean Seed Emergence, Dennis B. Egli, J. L. Hatfield, J. Hill, Dennis M. Tekrony
The Influence Of Soil Temperature On Soybean Seed Emergence, Dennis B. Egli, J. L. Hatfield, J. Hill, Dennis M. Tekrony
Agronomy Notes
The best way to obtain adequate soybean stands is to plant high quality seed in an optimum soil environment. But this year many farmers may not be able to obtain enough high quality soybean seed and some acreage may be planted with seed of lower than normal quality. Thus it will be even more important to have an optimum soil environment.
Tips For Small Grain Seeding, Morris J. Bitzer, James H. Herbek, Dennis M. Tekrony
Tips For Small Grain Seeding, Morris J. Bitzer, James H. Herbek, Dennis M. Tekrony
Agronomy Notes
TEST YOUR SOIL AND SUPPLY THE SUGGESTED LIMING AND FERTILIZER MATERIALS.
A soil test is the first step to profitable small grain production. A pH of 6.0 to 6.5 is best, and nitrogen should be applied both in the fall and spring. If your small grains are part of a double cropping system the P and K requirements for both crops should be applied in the fall.
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Agronomy Notes
Soil surveys are a scientific inventory of the soil and land resources of an area. They locate the different kinds of soils and provide information as to their physical and chemical properties. The survey reports also contain tables and charts showing the use of the soils for agriculture, engineering, community development, recreational areas, woodland, and wildlife.
Today there is some type of soil survey activity in every county of Kentucky. The University of Kentucky has cooperative soil survey arrangements with the USDA Soil Conservation Service and the U.S. Forest Service.
No-Tillage -- Suitability To Kentucky Soils, Robert L. Blevins
No-Tillage -- Suitability To Kentucky Soils, Robert L. Blevins
Agronomy Notes
As more farmers adopt no-tillage methods of farming the questions arises whether or not all soils are suited to this practice. To get an idea of how well suited the no-tillage method of corn production is to wide variety of soils, we made a survey in five different physiographic regions of Kentucky in 1969.
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Agronomy Notes
Soil surveys are a scientific inventory of the soil and land resources of an area. They locate the different kinds of soils and provide information as to their physical and chemical properties. The surveys also contain tables and charts showing the use of the soils for agriculture, engineering, community development, recreational areas, woodland, and wildlife.
Today there is some type of soil survey activity in every county. The University has cooperative soil survey arrangements with the USDA Soil Conservation Service and the U. S. Forest Service.
What Happens To Fertilizer Nitrogen In The Soil?, W. O. Atkinson, John L. Ragland
What Happens To Fertilizer Nitrogen In The Soil?, W. O. Atkinson, John L. Ragland
Agronomy Notes
What happens to the nitrogen a farmer applies as fertilizer each spring?
First, let us consider the forms of nitrogen normally applied, and then attempt to trace what happens to the nitrogen once it is added to the soil. The average complete fertilizer contains approximately 70 percent of its nitrogen in the ammonium nitrogen form (NH4), about 10 percent in the urea form (this is quickly converted to ammonium nitrogen), and the remaining 20 percent in the nitrate nitrogen form (NO3) .
Soil Test Results For 1967, Harold F. Miller
Soil Test Results For 1967, Harold F. Miller
Agronomy Notes
The results of soil samples tested in laboratores under the supervision of the University of Kentucky Agricultural Experiment Station during 1967 have now been summarized.
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey, Robert L. Blevins
Agronomy Notes
Forty-one Kentucky counties have been surveyed and the results published, using the classification schemes of the U. S. Department of Agriculture. These counties and the field survey dates are : Adair (1961) , Bath (1959), Caldwell (1962), Calloway (1937), Christian (1912), Clark (1961), Elliott (1961), Fayette (1931), Fulton (1961). Garrard (1921), Graves (1941), Henderson (1963), Jefferson (1962), Jessamine (1915) , Logan (1919), McCracken (1905), Madison (1905), Marshall (1938), Mason (1903), Mercer (1930), Metcalfe (1962), Muhlenberg (1920), Rockcastle (1910), Scott (1903), Shelby (1916), Union (1902), Warren (1904).
Strongly Acid Soil Must Be Limed For Corn, Harold Miller
Strongly Acid Soil Must Be Limed For Corn, Harold Miller
Agronomy Notes
The necessity of liming strongly acid soils that will be planted in corn is well illustrated in a demonstration conducted by Harold Vaught, Area Extension Agent in Adair County.
A field that was well fertilized with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium produced low corn yields in 1966. Analysis of a soil sample from the field showed that it was strongly acid soil. (Similar conditions have been reported by many farmers throughout the state in recent years.) Since this field was to be planted in corn again in 1967, a liming demonstration was planned .
Where Is Moly?, A. L. Hatfield
Where Is Moly?, A. L. Hatfield
Agronomy Notes
Is moly in hiding or has it gone down the river? Recent tests in Graves County suggest that it is probably just in hiding.
Moly (molybdenum) is of importance to Kentucky farmers because of its unique relation to soil acidity and legume growth. Many other trace or minor elements necessary for plant growth are most available to crops under acid soil conditions. Molybdenum becomes more available as the soil acidity approaches neutrality.
Agricultural Limestone In Kentucky, George D. Corder
Agricultural Limestone In Kentucky, George D. Corder
Agronomy Notes
Kentucky farmers invested about $6 million in agricultural limestone in 1964. However, much more lime than this should have been used if farmers get the most economical crop production and the most efficient use of fertilizers that are applied or the fertility that is already in the soil.
Soil Test Summary For 1964 Now Available, Harold F. Miller
Soil Test Summary For 1964 Now Available, Harold F. Miller
Agronomy Notes
The number of soil samples tested in soil testing laboratories under the supervision of the College of Agriculture in 1964 showed an increase of 6,028 samples. In 1963, 46,444 samples were tested compared to 52,472 in 1964. These figures do not include the thousands of samples tested in commercial laboratories.
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey
Soil Surveys In Kentucky, Harry Hudson Bailey
Agronomy Notes
Twenty-two Kentucky counties have been surveyed and published using the classification scheme of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These counties and the dates of the field survey are: Adair (1961), Bath (1959), Calloway (1937), Christian (1912), Clark (1961), Fayette (1931), Fulton (1961), Garrard (1921), Graves (1941), Jessamine (1915), Logan (1919), McCracken (1905), Madison (1905), Marshall (1938), Mason (1903), Mercer (1930), Muhlenberg (1920), Rockcastle (1910), Scott (1903), Shelby (1916), Union (1902), Warren (1904). The maps and reports on Adair, Bath, Calloway, Clark, Fulton, Graves, Logan, Marshall and Mercer Counties are still available (1965) through: Agronomy Department, University of Kentucky, Lexington. The …
Different Soils Need Different Amounts Of Limestone, George D. Corder
Different Soils Need Different Amounts Of Limestone, George D. Corder
Agronomy Notes
Two different soil types may show the same acidity levels by soil test but they may need different amounts of limestone to obtain the same reduction in soil acidity.
Fertilizer-Insecticide Mixtures On Corn, R. L. Miller, George D. Corder
Fertilizer-Insecticide Mixtures On Corn, R. L. Miller, George D. Corder
Agronomy Notes
Soil fertility and insects are major factors that affect corn yields. The proper kinds and amounts of fertilizers and insecticides properly placed will make corn production more economical on fields where either or both are needed.
Phosphorus And Potassium Elemental Or Oxide, Harold F. Miller, George D. Corder
Phosphorus And Potassium Elemental Or Oxide, Harold F. Miller, George D. Corder
Agronomy Notes
Soil tests for phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) are reported on the elemental basis by all soil testing laboratories (state and county) in Kentucky.
Calcium Deficiency Symptoms In Burley Tobacco, Jones H. Smiley, Ira E. Massie, George Everette
Calcium Deficiency Symptoms In Burley Tobacco, Jones H. Smiley, Ira E. Massie, George Everette
Agronomy Notes
Calcium is an element required by all higher plants in relatively large quantities. It appears to be closely related to the formation of buds and flowers.
Calcium is usually available in sufficient quantities in Kentucky soils to produce a normal crop of tobacco. However, when certain varieties of burley tobacco commence to bloom and produce suckers, the tips of the calyx lobes of the flowers may turn brown and die and the edges of the small leaves of the suckers may be necrotic, resulting in irregularly shaped sucker leaves. In severe cases the apical bud may be killed. These calcium …
Changes In Soil Ph Caused By Heavy Nitrogen Fertilization, W. O. Atkinson
Changes In Soil Ph Caused By Heavy Nitrogen Fertilization, W. O. Atkinson
Agronomy Notes
Ammonium nitrate, ammonium phosphate, ammonium sulfate, urea and anhydrous ammonia leave acid residues, thus tending to make the soils more acid. The degree to which soil pH may be affected and the persistence of such changes for a silt loam soil is shown in the table below. The same amounts of phosphorus and potash were applied to all plots, and the different amounts of nitrogen were supplied from ammonium nitrate. Burley tobacco was the crop grown and the data are for 1963, which was the second consecutive year for the fertilizer treatments. (These were experimental plots and the high treatments …