Items by Travis Legleiter
What to consider if switching to RR-only or non-GMO corn hybrids
By Chad Lee,
Raul Villanueva,
and Travis Legleiter
Published on Oct. 14, 2025
As farmers look at the economics of 2025 and the projections for 2026, some are considering cutting back on traited hybrids for the RR-only or non-GMO hybrids. The RR-only and non-GMO hybrids could reduce seed costs by about $20 per acre up front.
Italian ryegrass control starts in the fall
By Travis Legleiter
Published on Sep. 12, 2025
Italian ryegrass continues to be the most problematic weed in Kentucky wheat and no-till corn acres. Control of this problematic weed starts in the fall when the majority of our populations begin to emerge. In our no-till corn acres, we have traditionally relied on spring burndown applications for control of winter annuals, including
Set the Stage for a Successful Growing Season with a Strong Burndown
By Travis Legleiter
Published on Mar. 24, 2025
After a miserably wet February with several spells of unusually cold temps, March is finally bringing spring weather. Along with spring weather comes winter annual weed growth and burndown applications will begin in earnest in the very near future.
Endangered Species Act – How Will it Affect You in the Near Future?
By Travis Legleiter
Published on Mar. 14, 2025
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has existed since 1973 and was implemented to ensure that any actions taken by a government agency did not jeopardize any species that are federally listed as threatened or endangered. So, why are we now talking about this law in 2025, nearly fifty years after its original passing?