In this episode, IL Soy Envoys Matt Montgomery, CCA, with Beck’s Hybrids and Scott Krone with GDM Seeds join Illinois Soybean Association agronomist Stephanie Porter, CCA, to provide a regional crop update across Illinois. The discussion covers current planting progress and how recent weather patterns are influencing field conditions, including frost events and the potential for early-season soybean injury.
They also evaluate replant considerations in saturated soils, outlining key agronomic factors such as stand and population. Additional discussion includes early-season weed control strategies and wheat crop conditions as the season progresses. Tune in for a timely, field-driven update tailored to Illinois farmers and agronomists.
About the Author: Kelsey Litchfield
Kelsey Litchfield is the Agronomic Outreach Manager and Editor of Field Advisor 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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