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An optimistic start

Like most years, farmers have a general sense of optimism this spring.

But, heading into the start of planting season, Illinois based agronomist Mike Toohill says he’s not normally this optimistic.  “But, soil conditions are excellent for the most part,” he says.  “The fall applied nitrogen should be there.  We’ve had a pretty good winter and it should have killed some root worms, should have killed some corn borers, and should have taken care of some Japanese beetles.  For the most part, I think we’re in excellent shape as of today.”

Especially if we can go into spring a little drier and have a little less soil compaction and catch some timely rains,” he says.  “Again, things can change really quickly.  But right now things look good for both an early start and a good growing season.”

Toohill tells Brownfield soil temperatures are a little on the cool side, but with this week’s forecast, he anticipates some farmers will begin planting.

AUDIO: Mike Toohill, Diversified Services (1:00mp3)

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