Proceedings 2008 |
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CD-AY-332 |
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Popcorn Points To Ponder This presentation is designed to prepare a CCA to be a source of information and a help in the decision making process of his client in regards to popcorn production in Indiana. Topics to be presented: Indiana’s rank in popcorn production, Popcorn companies in Indiana, Income potential and contracts, Popcorn’s position with FSA, Basic farming practices, Fertility requirements, Types of popcorn-hybrids & use, Seed and seed size, Planting and equipment options, Basic pests and pest management compared to Dent corn, Source for Popcorn pesticide information, Harvesting equipment, Harvest moisture, Quality evaluation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Storage requirements. Bruce Reynolds Senior Ag Operations Specialist |