SPOTTY DROUGHT CONDITIONS ADD CROP STRESS

“Drought conditions have been spotty” around Federated’s service areas, according to Kevin Carlson, Federated’s agronomy sales manager, but some areas are really hurting for moisture. The drought is for real, especially in the lighter soils and where recent rains didn’t amount to much.

The University of Minnesota Extension Service offered good insight into drought stress on corn in this article. Take a few minutes to read the article, and then contact your Federated Agronomist to discuss stress concerns on your specific fields/crops.