Wheat’s on Your Mind: Beyond the Value of the Grain, Part 2
The Official Podcast for Kansas Wheat
Hosted by Aaron Harries
We explore how winter wheat contributes to improved crop yields, soil moisture conservation, and effective weed and disease management, drawing from K-State's long-term studies that demonstrate the benefits of winter wheat in enhancing the productivity and sustainability of cropping systems in Kansas.
What you will learn:
Yield Boosts: Discover how rotating crops with winter wheat can significantly increase yields for sorghum (up to 30 bushels more per acre!) and corn (around 15 bushels more).
Moisture Magic: Learn how wheat residue helps keep precious soil moisture, giving your next crops a head start.
Weed & Disease Control: See how wheat residue naturally fights weeds, even tough ones like Palmer amaranth, thanks to its allelopathic properties.
Soil Health: Find out how wheat residue protects against erosion and improves your soil's overall health.