So far the total rainfall in October is around the 70 mm average, but over half fell around Oct. 12 and13. Below - 4 C the fall herbicide program usually ends however many fields that are still green can still be sprayed with glyphosate products. Most fall herbicide applications are now completed and fall tillage is being preformed. Farmers are getting information on what type of tillage and how much, if any, fits into their soil and crop management program. All winter wheat fields should now be planted or winter survival may become a very big issue.
Yields are variable from well above average to below average due to the dry summer.
Check your fields and harvest if heavy ECB damage is seen, or the field tends to stay wet and poor drainage could cause harvest problems if the crop is left longer. Leave the Bt varieties until the end for two reasons. The moisture levels tend to be higher than non-Bt varieties. This corn should stand better while you harvest your other fields. The last soybean fields are being harvested.