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Wait periods, herbicide formulations and rates, and drift – consider these relevant issues as you burndown before planting this spring.

As spring pests become active, remember that scouting is the key to detecting insect-pest populations and determining whether insecticides will be helpful.

Lycorma delicatula, commonly known as the spotted lanternfly (SLF), is an invasive insect pest present in Pennsylvania and some other eastern states. SLF threatens grape production and tree health and is a nuisance in landscapes.

Basic overview of a few government programs for Pennsylvania farmers.

Low temperatures in late spring happen, but do they get cold enough to cause yield reduction and crop damage?

Most farmers are required by Pennsylvania law to have an agricultural erosion and sediment control plan on file.

¿Qué haría usted si la escuela de su niño lo envía de vuelta a su casa porque tiene piojos?

El manejo integrado de plagas (IPM) utiliza la información sobre plagas para elegir los métodos de control más seguros y efectivos.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already making its mark on agriculture, offering new tools to help improve efficiency, increase yields, and make more data-driven decisions.

Various factors can greatly impact burndown herbicide effectiveness. Below are some considerations when applying burndown herbicides this spring to control weeds and terminate cover crops.

As the weather warms, weeds grow quickly. Below is an overview of commonly found weeds during the early spring season, especially in no-till settings.

Certain herbicides provide flexibility if you need to switch between corn or soybean crops.

Alfalfa weevil larvae are becoming active, particularly in southern counties and south-facing fields. Scout your fields to detect their damage.

Populations of this pest species, which are becoming more common in Pennsylvania, can grow in fields planted annually with small grains.

Penn State Extension's Field and Forage Crops Team is surveying stakeholders to help shape its future programming.

The Handy Bt Trait Table has been updated for 2025 and can help sort out the transgenic, insect-resistance traits available.

New applicator? First time using restricted-use pesticides? Fumigants? Retesting after a lapsed license? These are the simplified steps to obtain a private pesticide license.

In Pennsylvania, the area of agricultural land disturbance determines if a farm needs an Agricultural Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (Ag E&S Plan). Learn more about why these are important, whether your farm needs a plan, and available resources.

The best way to protect soil from erosion is to keep it covered and undisturbed. Learn about no-till, reduced tillage, cover crops, and contour farming to reduce the threats of erosion.

Arm yourself with knowledge to keep this season's crops healthy.

Considerations for weedy grass and broadleaf control options in grass forages during early spring.

As spring approaches, small grain weeds can become a problem. Certain herbicides can be applied in different nitrogen fertilizer carriers but timing is critical.

Tips and considerations to reduce slug damage in grain crops at planting.

Your soil conservation plan is developed. Learn about plan implementation, plan evaluation, field observation, and why ephemeral gullies are important.

As temperatures rise and soils thaw, the potential for causing soil compaction increases. Is soil compaction on your radar screen?