Heat Affects Small Grain Temperatures in the 80's and 90's, with limited moisture, stresses crops, especially in area's with: 1. Salt Problems 2. Sand and Gravel Pockets 3. Root Rot These patch areas generally will show a marked decline in crop growth compared to non-stressed areas. It is important to properly identify the causes of growth decline as management strategies are different for each cause. Back to Environmental Damage Menu |