The Kernel Lab

Research & Extension | Purdue Corn Agronomy

We turn science into practical solutions that help farmers make better decisions in the field🌽

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[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

Our recent WISH-TV interview with Dr. Dan Quinn is now available! 🎥

He discussed corn research at Purdue University and how it helps address crop management questions for Indiana farmers. 🌽

Watch the story: https://t.co/lOrlUPsV9L

[Purdue Agriculture @PurdueAg]

Last week, @PurdueCorn, assistant professor of corn production in @PurdueAgronomy, spoke with @WISHNews8‌ about @LifeatPurdue's innovative corn research and how it helps identify the needs of Indiana’s farming community. 🌽

Thank you WISH-TV for visiting our fields, harvesting plots and labs to get a behind-the-scenes look at how our faculty and students are turning research into meaningful insights for farmers.

Image provided by @TheKernelLab.

[Crop Protection Network @CropNetwork]

Abnormal ears in corn - when and why they develop: https://t.co/QJSjSzLMYG

From @CFAES_OSU's @OrtezCornCrops.

@corn_network @KentuckyCrops @PurdueCorn @RachelVCott @PrezaFontes @Eabfranc @NationalCorn @OhioCornWheat #corn #harvest26

[Dan Quinn @PurdueCorn]

Research trial harvest is off and running.

@PurdueAg @PurdueExtension @PurdueAgronomy @INCornFarmers

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

Following severe August flooding in parts of Indiana, ear rots and mycotoxin risk are important considerations as harvest gets underway.🌽

Read the latest from Camila Nicolli & Dan Quinn:
🔗https://t.co/2ziANjv4k7

@INCornFarmers

[CORN Network @corn_network]

🌽 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗡 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 | 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮
August storms in East-Central Indiana caused flooding and wind damage, with water above corn ears in some areas. Dr. Dan Quinn observed multiple ear rots and premature kernel sprouting (vivipary) in submerged ears.

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

🚨 New from The Kernel Lab! 🌽

Can narrower rows help when pushing seeding rates?

20-in (51-cm) rows enhanced yield at 3 of 4 site-years, and the response to seeding rate was more pronounced under narrow spacing at two site-years.

🔗https://t.co/jIkg7U165N

[CORN Network @corn_network]

New from Crop Protection Network: research-based guidance on hail injury and fungicide decisions in corn, co-authored by CORN Network member Dr. Dan Quinn. 🌽

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

🚨 New week, new insights!

Issue 33 is live! This week's edition covers Indiana corn progress, late-season weather impacts, corn anthers, and the Root Reveal project. 🌽

🔗https://t.co/0iecvww3zW

@PurdueAgronomy @PurdueAgryExt @PurdueAg

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

Congratulations to Dr. Dan Quinn on this well-deserved recognition!

Proud to see his work and impact in corn research and Extension recognized! 👏

[Purdue Agriculture @PurdueAg]

Congrats to @PurdueAgronomy's @PurdueCorn, named the Indiana Corn Marketing Council’s Extension specialist in agronomy!

The @INCornFarmers's honor recognizes his leadership in corn research, Extension, education and his commitment to farm-based research, advancing Indiana agriculture. 🌽

Learn more from #PurdueAg: https://t.co/Br8nBTjbLS

[Dan Quinn @PurdueCorn]

Late-season rainfall, flooding, and cloudy weather impacts on Indiana Corn.

@PurdueAgronomy @PurdueAg @PurdueExtension @INCornFarmers

https://t.co/JoPGgTDo0B

[CORN Network @corn_network]

🌽 Timing matters when managing foliar diseases in corn.

Drs. Daniel Quinn and Darcy Telenko discuss how well-timed fungicide applications can extend grain fill, increase kernel weight, and ultimately contribute to higher yields.

Watch: 👉 https://t.co/OiKMPEvTrX

[Purdue On The Farm @PurdueOnTheFarm]

Immense flooding, waterlogged fields, wind snap - and questions about yield effects this late in the season.

@PurdueExtension specialists are here to find answers. Click the link to let us know how your fields were affected and if you're interested in having your fields monitored for the rest of the season.

@PurdueCorn @PurdueSoybean @DTelenko @meg_bourns @IndianaCCA @INCornFarmers @INSoybean @hoosieragtoday @farmdaily @PurdueAg

https://t.co/Yk2GEJWMrt

[Dan Quinn @PurdueCorn]

🚨🚨 Calling all Indiana Farmers, Consultants, and Advisors. Please help us out and take a minute to fill out this short survey to help quantify recent rainfall and flooding impacts on crops in the state. Please share also.

@PurdueAg @PurdueExtension

https://t.co/Eb0g6T4PB5

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

Earlier this week, Dr. Dan Quinn shared ongoing research on nitrogen loss and management during the Pinney Purdue Agricultural Center Field Day.

The discussion covered common N loss mechanisms and research evaluating nitrogen inhibitors.

Thanks to everyone who joined us!🌽

[Dan Quinn @PurdueCorn]

Another thing to consider this year on top of all the rainfall we have had is the persistent cloudy days and lack of sunlight. Here is a snapshot of solar radiation data over the last 3 weeks in central Indiana in comparison to the last 5 years.

@PurdueAgronomy @PurdueAg

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

🌽Putting crop scouting skills to the test!

Last week, The Kernel Lab joined the Indiana Youth Crop Scouting Competition.

At our station, students tackled corn growth staging, potential crop injury and yield impacts, and grain yield estimation.

[CORN Network @corn_network]

🌽 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗡 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸

Introducing Dr. Chad Lee. His work focuses on corn and small grain production, including tillage systems, cover crops, crop rotations, and regenerative agriculture practices.

More CORN Network members coming soon!

[The Kernel Lab @TheKernelLab]

🌽How much defoliation can corn tolerate before yield declines?

This week we completed manual defoliation treatments with 33%, 66%, and 99% leaf removal in both short- and tall-stature corn hybrids.

This photo shows the 99% defoliation treatment at R1.

[Andrew Penney @CyPathology]

@seanblomgren did a phenomenal job of summing up this episode. What an awesome experience it was to sit down with Grad Students from @PurdueAgronomy & the @TheKernelLab. Very inspiring to know these great professors are helping train and educate the next generation! Remember the names of these students!!