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PSU: Consider Herbicide Options Before Cover Crop Establishment

August 18, 2022 | Posted in Seeding Practices, Termination

Source: Penn State Extension

For glyphosate and paraquat, most cover crops can be planted after application. However, depending on the rate of 2,4-D applied, a waiting period of at least 1-4 weeks is necessary before establishing cover crops.

Burning Down Covers Before Planting

June 4, 2021 | Posted in Seeding Practices

Source: Lancaster Farming

As corn and soybean planting approaches, a few best management practices for pre-plant burndown herbicide programs should be considered. John Wallace, a Penn State Extension weed management specialist, says burndown programs are most successful when applied in weather conditions that ensure targeted weeds and cover crops are actively growing (day temperatures above 55 degrees, and above 40 degrees at night). Read more in this article from Lancaster Farming.

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