Crop Scouting Manual A very good publication on crop scouting, that discusses the activities, procedures, and records necessary to perform a timely and accurate program.
Machinery Cost Estimates We have released new costs of completing field, harvesting,
and forage operations on Illinois farms. Per hour costs of
operating tractors also are available.
Estimates
are available in the management section of farmdoc.
Pesticide Applicator Training Manuals This is a current list of Illinois Pesticide Applicator Training Publications. They will help you prepare for the certification exam(s) that you may need in order to apply pesticides in Illinois.
Soybean Rust Awareness Soybean rust has been widely discussed as a potential new disease for Illinois. Accurate and timely diagnosis will be critical in controlling this disease.
For more information about these programs, please contact:
Douglas B. Gucker
Academic Professional, Agriculture and Natural Resources
Piatt County Unit
210 South Market Street
Monticello, IL 61856
Phone: 217-762-2191
FAX: 217-762-2703 dgucker@illinois.edu