Soybean cyst nematode (SCN), originally identified in North Carolina back in the 1950s, has now spread to the majority of soybean growing regions as of 2023.
Why should farmers be vigilant about this pest? While we’ve relied on the genetic approach of PI 88788 resistance for over 30 years to combat SCN, resistance is emerging, and though we haven’t reached a full-blown crisis, we’re heading in that direction.
Dr. Mandy Bish of University of Missouri Extension urges farmers to take a proactive stance in managing SCN as there are limited tools available for control.
For further insights on SCN, explore the ILSoyAdvisor’s Online Library and type “SCN” into the search bar.
About the Author: Kelsey Litchfield
Kelsey Litchfield is the Agronomic Outreach Specialist for the Illinois Soybean Association. In her role, she manages Field Advisor's media platforms and assists the agronomy team with events and field days.
A native of Rio, IL, Kelsey earned her bachelor’s degree from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2017 where she double majored in Agricultural Communications and Broadcast Journalism.
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