Scouting Report - June 19, 2014

I saw the first signs of leaf disease this week, including holcus leaf spot and rust. I did not see anything that worried me, but it should be something to keep an eye on in the coming weeks when decisions are being made about applying fungicide.

I was down in the Taylorville, Illinois, area this week and I saw a lot of leaf feeding from nymph size grasshoppers.

I also saw areas of what I believe are corn borer feeding on refuge plants. I could not find any of the culprits. The corn crop is progressing very well and as of today most of the areas that I scout are in good condition. The areas of excessive moisture are slowly improving.

Growing Degree Days (current versus average):

Atlanta, Illinois

Hoopeston, Illinois

Streator, Illinois

St. Anne, Illinois

Palmer, Illinois