26 research outputs found
Irrigating Sorghum in South and South Central Texas
6 pp., 2 tables, 1 figureIf irrigation for grain sorghum is managed well, the crop will produce high, profitable yields. This publication explains the water needs for sorghum at different growth stages, the calculations to use to estimate its water requirements, and adjustments to make for rainfall and soil moisture
Correcting Nitrogen Deficiencies in Cotton with Urea-Based Products
4 pp., 1 tableCorrecting nitrogen deficiency is important for cotton plant growth. This publication explains nitrogen requirements, the problems associated with nitrogen deficiency, and ways to correct deficiencies using urea as a source of nitrogen
Reduced /Conservation Tillage in South and Central Texas
4 pp.Reduced or conservation tillage can benefit sorghum crops and increase profit. This publication discusses the types of tilling systems and the conditions for using each in South and Central Texas
Forage Bermudagrass: Selection, Establishment and Management
8 pp., 1 drawing, 6 tablesHybrid bermudagrass can produce high-quality forage, but as with any other crop, proper variety selection, soil preparation, planting, fertility, irrigation management, and timing of harvest are necessary to ensure the highest quality feed. This publication offers information on selecting the most suitable variety of bermudagrass; preparing the land; planting seed, sprigs, stolons, or tops; renovating bermudagrass fields; and managing and harvesting the crop
Crop Nutrient Needs in South and Southwest Texas
8 pp., 14 tablesThis publication explains the nutrient needs of corn, grain sorghum, cotton, wheat and warm-season perennial grasses in South and Southwest Texas