Storm Damaged Corn
5 Jun 24 • 1m 24s
Johnny Verell reports on the aftermath of a severe storm that delivered two and a half inches of rain in a short time. The storm caused significant damage, laying corn flat despite its strong root system. This particular field, previously planted with wheat and now double-cropped with corn, had undergone vertical tillage to manage residue. The storm also brought a noticeable increase in earthworm activity as they sought oxygen. While the corn, in the V4 to V5 growth stages, is expected to recover with sunshine, additional rain in the forecast poses further challenges.
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Jackson, TN