Jake McNeal

Ellensburg

Sports Editor at Ellensburg Daily Record

I have an approximate knowledge of many things

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Soybean Growth Stages

1 month ago | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

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Soybean Emergence Following Heavy Rains

1 month ago | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

With warm soil temperatures in late March, quite a few acres of soybean were planted in Tennessee, including several of our first planting dates across our trials for 2025. Between April 2nd and 6th, 10 – 15+” of rain fell across our state, particularly in West Tennessee. Then, on the mornings of April 8th & 9th, we had some areas with light to moderate frost. Pictures like the one shown above have been the topic of a few conversations spanning the last 7 days.
Soybean Seeding Rate

2 months ago | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

Choosing the optimal seeding rate is a critical component of any crop production system. With soybean it is no different. However, this conversation is a little different than corn. Over the past century, crop production and yield have drastically increased. One of the many reasons for this is due to increasing our planting population or seeding rate. More seeds = more plants = more fruit…right? Yes, but also, no…Nearly every agricultural input follows a dose response curve.
Early Season Production System (ESPS) For Soybean in Tennessee

2 months ago | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

Early Season Production System (ESPS) for soybean is not a new concept; however, it has gained some traction in Tennessee in recent years. As we hit April in just a few days, it’s time to talk over some considerations for making this work for us in Tennessee. In most cases, increasing yield is the shortest path to higher profit margins. If we can increase yield without altering or adding input costs, we win big.
Burning Down Cover Crops

2 months ago | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

Burndown time has come and gone for many in Tennessee. However, for those utilizing cover crops in their production system, many acres have yet to be terminated. Here are a few thoughts and strategies for effectively terminating cover crops as we prepare for Plant 25. Cover crops are grown for a variety of reasons and the individual species or multi-species blends chosen reflect the desired goal of a cover crop system.
Sprayer Clinic - Postponed

Feb 19, 2025 | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

Thank you for registering for the Sprayer Clinic that was scheduled for Wednesday, February 19th. Unfortunately, due to the forecasted winter weather on Wednesday, and for the safety of all attendees, the decision has been made to cancel the Sprayer Clinic. We are currently exploring options to reschedule the event. If a new date is confirmed, we will notify you via email and social media. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.
2025 West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference

Dec 10, 2024 | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

On behalf of UT Extension, the West Tennessee Grain Conference Planning Committee invites you to attend the annual West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference. Details for this meeting and others are below. West Tennessee Grain & Soybean Producers ConferenceDate: February 6th 2025Location: Dyer Co. Fairgrounds.
Strategies for and Implications of Long-Term Grain Storage

Oct 11, 2024 | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

Several questions have come in this week regarding longer-term grain storage. Commodity prices for both corn and soy have prompted this question as producers look to 2025 futures. How long grain can be safely stored without a degradation in quality depends on several factors. On-farm grain storage is a critical component of on-farm profitability. During times of less-than-desirable commodity prices, producers may choose to hold grain for a period of time to achieve a better price down the road.
Soybean Seed Quality Following Hurricane Helene

Oct 11, 2024 | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

I want to enter into this conversation with great humility and respect, as many of our neighbors and fellow Tennesseans have suffered great loss in the wake of Helene. As devastating as crop loss and seed damage can be, many have lost much more. Nevertheless, as we have returned to soybean harvest following hurricane Helene, myself and producers alike are experiencing a severe decline in soybean seed quality.
2024 Soybean Desiccation

Aug 16, 2024 | news.utcrops.com | Jake McNeal

As we move into the 3rd week of August, it’s time to consider your desiccation options for soybean. Application timing is the most important. Too early and we will lose yield. Too late, and we’ve missed the window. Application TimingAccurately timing a harvest aid application is critical. A premature application will reduce yield. R6.5 (in the top 4 nodes) is the earliest (and my preferred) growth stage for triggering a harvest aid application.