Find information from Penn State Extension about agronomic crops. Produce and sell corn, grains, hemp, barley, and more. Manage pests, weeds and diseases, and improve soil quality.

Information on choosing the best species and varieties of agronomic crops, including winter barley, winter wheat, field corn, seed corn, soybeans, rye, and hay.

Being able to estimate grain yield, field corn yield, and soybean yield early in the growing season is vital for agronomic crop producers. It’s required for crop insurance purposes, delivery …

Gain essential crop scouting skills in this full-day training. Learn insect, weed, and disease ID, soil fertility basics, and crop growth stages with hands-on sessions. Lunch included.

Find Information on organic farming of agronomic crops, including advice on certification, using organic nutrient sources, and crop insurance options.

Find information on sustainable agriculture of agronomic crops, including crop rotation and conservation tillage, soil health and conservation practices, extending the grazing season and …

Agronomy is the science of soil management and crop production. Use Penn State Extension’s extensive resources to learn about best practices such as crop rotation, integrated pest …

Use Penn State Extension’s extensive resources on soil fertility and management of agronomic crops, including quality assessment and conditions such as crusting, compaction, and rill …

Weeds reduce agronomic crop yields through competition for resources. On this page, find recommendations for managing weeds in agronomic crops such as corn, grain, soybeans, …

Make use of Penn State Extension’s substantial library of resources including recommendations for managing weeds, insects, and disease pests in a variety of agronomic crops. Find tips on …