Food Plot Concerns

By Glen Wunderlich
Outdoor Columnist
Member Professional Outdoor Media Association

After all the soil preparation including sprays with glyphosate, lime, fertilizer, and tilling, I got the food plot seed in before the first of August. Normally this works fine in mid-Michigan, but not this season. Drought has caused concern for this reason: If seed had germinated, the high heat may have killed seedlings, thus rendering several acres of food plots barren.

Looking at the results at almost three weeks, little of the brassica mix has sprung up. I thought it would be best to consult with an expert, Ed Spinazzola. His return call today confirms that patience is needed and, when enough rain falls, everything should be fine.

So far, the weeds are doing OK, but that’s about it.