So the hard part in controlling them is that sometimes they will do most of their feeding before producers realize they are in the field. Sansone said the cool, wet weather this year is one reason for the large infestation, and as temperatures continue to rise, armyworms will start to migrate northward. Extension director Bob Robinson of Amarillo reported armyworm damage beginning in the Panhandle. Corn is 80 percent planted, but little sorghum has been planted. Recent rains have helped the rating of wheat.
Armyworms are of some concern.
Sunflower planting delayed by wet soil. Some carrot fields replanted due to heavy rain. Planting of cotton, grain sorghum, soybeans, sunflowers and hay in full swing. Rangeland and improved pasture in good to excellent condition. Much of the wheat crop being baled out or grazed.