Shawn Conley, State Soybean and Small Grains Specialist
Winter wheat acres across WI have declined over the past few years due to late grain harvests, disease concerns (FHB or scab) and poor wheat prices, however anyone that lives and works in WI knows that a base number of cereal acres are needed to support the dairy industry (straw and land to summer haul manure). As farmers get ready to kick off the 2018 growing season here are a few suggestions to help get your 2018/19 winter wheat crop established on time.