We want to be able to provide information that will help producers and landowners make better decisions. If the information is put to use, then the project will be a success. May 20 is the deadline to sign up with FSA for WP9 cost-share funds for dead animal composting. Cost-share may help cover facilities needed for composting that reduce or eliminate water runoff from the composting area. Sam St. Clair reports there is still some money available from an EPA 319 grant to assist landowners in the Upper Tippe project area with installation of filter strips along waterways.
Gene plans on at least one well plugging to be a demonstration for area residents to attend.
Project staff are involving several area FFA groups this year in taking soil tests prior to sidedress in corn. Watch your mail for a flyer arriving in May with more details. We also offer free manure planning assistance, such as spreader calibration and rate determination. Purdue Though most of us almost automatically think of using a pesticide when we have a weed or insect problem in our lawn, we should first concentrate on maintaining a healthy, dense lawn that is better capable of fending off weeds, diseases and insects. If you do need to apply a pesticide, be sure to follow the label, calibrate you spreader properly, and apply accurately and evenly using the proper safety precautions.