USA, Lexington Kentucky - March 23, 2009 (Joe Omielan) - Project Update
This year the plots were planted on May 13, 2008 in 15 inch rows. The design of the experiment has been modified to better “simulate” the effects of SBR and to measure the impact on Radiation Use Efficiency (RUE). We are only using AG3905 (Group III) here while LSU is using DP4331RR (Group IV). Planting plots that are straight and evenly spaced is a team effort and an introduction to field research for our summer students. Here are some photos from planting.
Planting is a total team effort and a chance for the project leader to get out of the office for a change.
It’s important to check the planter adjustments before planting the actual plots.
Elena is checking the depth the seeds are being put in the ground.
Once we’re satisfied with the settings, the tractor driver needs help lining up with the flags and keeping the planter straight.
The team gets into a routine and soon the rest of the field is planted for the trial.
Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Kentucky 