Extension Dane & Dodge Counties Ag Update | October 2026
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In This Issue of Ag Update |
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Poor Soybean Seed Quality Emerging Across Wisconsin in 2026
- Corn Grain Moisture Conversion Chart for 2026
- Seed Cleaning on the Farm: Equipment Options and Considerations
- Applied Soybean Physiology: How Potassium Impacts Soybean Function and Yield
- Field Notes Podcast: Doing On-Farm Research
- Forward Farm Safety Toolbox
- Real Farm Experiences with Tech in Diary Production: A Producer Panel
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October 22nd | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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November 20th | Bilingual Workshops (English / Spanish)
Roden Barnyard Adventures, 5545 County Rd Y, West Bend, Wisconsin 53095
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December 1st | 10:00 am | Dodge County Extension Office.
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Eau Claire (Dec. 2), Appleton and Virtual (Dec. 3), and Madison (Dec. 4) - For more information and to register:
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December 15th-16th | Kalahari, Wisconsin Dells
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90 scholarships are available to cover registration and lodging! More info at the link below. Applications are due by Monday, September 21.
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Poor Soybean Seed Quality Emerging Across Wisconsin in 2026
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As soybean harvest continues in Wisconsin, reports of poor seed quality are increasing. Farmers are submitting photos of discolored, chalky, shriveled, and sometimes heavily colonized seed. While several factors may be contributing to these issues, purple seed stain and Diaporthe seed decay are emerging as two of the most common concerns following the wet conditions experienced during late summer and fall of 2026.
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Corn Grain Moisture Conversion Chart for 2026
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Approximately three million of the four million acres of corn grown in Wisconsin each year are harvested as grain. This can be either dry grain intended to be stored at 15% moisture or high-moisture shell corn (HMSC), which is used in many dairy and livestock rations across the state. Extension developed an Equivalent Price per Ton for HMSC conversion chart for those farmers and ag professionals who wish to negotiate the value of corn above 15%.
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Seed Cleaning on the Farm: Equipment Options and Considerations
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While purchasing certified seed ensures high germination rates, genetic consistency, hybrid vigor, and seed cleanliness, saving and cleaning your own seed can be an effective way to lower input costs, provided all legal requirements are met.
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Applied Soybean Physiology: How Potassium Impacts Soybean Function and Yield
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Potassium (K) is often called the “quality element” in crop production because it is essential for photosynthesis, nutrient translocation, and biological nitrogen (N) fixation in soybeans. Deficiencies in K impair these physiological processes, leading to significant yield losses. Understanding potassium’s physiological function is crucial for making informed fertilizer decisions, especially when application costs are high.
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Field Notes: Doing On Farm Research |
One from the archives! We talk quite a bit about on farm research results on Field Notes, so we thought it was high time to do an episode detailing the ins and outs of doing research on farms in Wisconsin. We dive into the details of asking the right question, trial design and logistics, and analysis with Ben Turzinski, a third-generation grain and vegetable farmer in Almond, WI in the Central Sand, and Monica Schauer, Research Director for Wisconsin’s Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program.
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Forward Farm Safety Toolbox
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Cattle are a key component of many agricultural operations, but working with them requires awareness and respect. Animal-related injuries are a leading cause of harm in agricultural settings, regardless of how much experience a farm worker may have. Understanding how cattle perceive their surroundings and greater awareness of how to navigate in confined spaces with animals is essential.
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Real Farm Experiences with Tech in Diary Production: A Producer Panel
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Explore how Wisconsin dairy farmers are using a variety of technologies to improve farm efficiency, support cow health, and address everyday management challenges. During this webinar, producers share their experiences selecting, implementing, and managing new technologies, including successes, challenges, and lessons learned along the way.
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