September 2025

We are experiencing our first blast of fall air as we begin the month. Harvest is right around the corner. Silage choppers will be out shortly, if not some already out. If you suspect any disease present in your field, read suggestions from Dr. Damon Smith about managing corn disease at chopping. As always, stay alert to weather forecasts and agronomic considerations provided weekly in AgWOW reports. If you have any questions or concerns going into silage harvest, do not hesitate to reach out. This month will also signal time to plant winter wheat. The optimal planting date range is September 15 - October 10 with seeding rates increasing as dates get later. Have a great September! 

Consider being a National Weather Service Citizen Scientist! The Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow (CoCoRaHS) network is looking for additional sites for rain gauges and weather observations. Learn more about the program. There is a special promotion for $8 off a rain gauge through Sep 10 (WISCOCO8). They specifically need additional sites in Juneau County!      

Are you interested in receiving funding to conduct a nitrogen trial on your farm? Read more about the Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP) and submit an application. I am happy to help design a project.  

Happy bees on a blooming sunflower. 

There are 2 more pasture walks in Sauk County this year! 

Save the date! 

Don't miss the 2025 Wisconsin Extension Weed Management Workshop!

Register HERE. 

Anastasia Kurth

Regional Crops and Soils Educator 

Email: anastasia.kurth@wisc.edu

Phone: 608-477-3018

Extension Sauk County: 505 Broadway St., Third Floor, Baraboo, WI 53913

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