Joe’sBitsand Pieces

Joe Koenen, AgriBusiness Specialist (Mo Extension Ret.)

Market On The Square Begins This Saturday

Sorry for my mistake last week (thanks to the paper for fixing it) but the “Market on the Square” on the west side of the Unionville square opens for business this Saturday, May 6 beginning at 7 am. I hope to see everyone there!

HOW LATE IS TOO LATE?

I have driven enough around (even though I am retired) to know corn planting is moving along but maybe not as far as some of our farmers would like. It is now May and the old saying is how late is too late for corn? University of Missouri Extension research shows that corn yield potential really does not go down appreciably until May 20 so you still have plenty of time. Soybeans can be planted much later until the 10th of June without the yield potential dropping very much day by day. There is a news article that is relatively new that discusses the corn versus soybean debate at https:// extension.missouri.edu/ news/should-soybeanbe-planted-before-cornmu-research-still-favors- corn-5087. If you have crop insurance, take their dates into account also. I urge you to look it over and not panic yet if you have not finishing corn planting.

WEEDS, DISEASE AND INSECT TIME

Remember if you need help with a weed, disease or insect problem you can contact Jennifer Schutter in Adair County or Valerie Tate in Linn County or contact your local office and they can get ahold of them. They are here to serve you. You can also go online to the web page at www.extension.missouri.edu and contact them online.

REMINDERS

Extension resources are available 24/7 online at www.extension.missouri.edu/putnam or the office you are looking for. All program and resources in Missouri can be accessed at www.extension.missouri.edu.

The Putnam County Extension office now has swine DNA cards for the state fair. They cost $5 apiece and are due back to the office by May 12.

THOUGHT: “The bad thing is the time is short…and the good thing is that there is still some time!”

EPA Issues E15 Waiver for Summer Driving Season

(JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.)--The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today it would use existing authority to prevent drivers from losing access to lower-cost and lower-emission E15, a higher ethanol blend often marketed as Unleaded 88. Missouri Corn Growers Association President Clint Stephens of Advance welcomed the decision.

“We applaud today’s announcement from EPA to keep the door open for E15 throughout the summer driving season. With OPEC’s recent decision to cut oil production by more than one million barrels per day, gas prices throughout the country have once again jumped. The average cost for a gallon of regular gas in Missouri is $3.35, more than 30 cents higher than a month ago. Keeping E15 at the pump during the popular summer months will help relieve the ongoing fuel supply pressures.

“America’s corn farmers and local ethanol plants are deeply committed to playing a prominent role in addressing today’s energy needs. Corn-based ethanol is a commonsense solution to enhancing U.S. energy security, providing longterm relief at the pump, reducing harmful emissions, and supporting a cleaner future.

“But the answer goes beyond today’s emergency waiver. We must work toward a long-term solution that includes higher blends of locally refined ethanol. America’s corn farmers stand ready to answer the call.”

Thank You, PC Café Meal Champions!

The P.C. Café appreciates al’s for providing meals for

APRIL 14 -Women on Mission- Omaha Baptist Church

APRIL 17 – Busy Homekers

APRIL 18 – Pickering Car Wash LLC- (Devon & Chelsea Pickering)

APRIL 19 – Memory of Nancy Cummins

APRIL 21 – PC R1 Staff

APRIL 24 – Memory of Mary Sanders (Larry Sanders)

APRIL 27 – Memory of Carold Bland (Doris Bland)

APRIL 28 – Memory of Bill and Yvonne Miller (Mike&Kathy Trier)

If you are interested in becoming a Meal Champion for older adults, please contact Mary Clapham at the P.C. Café and Resource Center

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