Review of 2022: The Illinois Soybean Scene
There were stresses out there that held back yield in many fields which kept them from going over 90 or 100 bushels this year, but overall Illinois soybean yields were still considered good. The question remains, will Illinois soybean yields be as good as last year?
Soybeans of Other Color (SBOC) – What does this really mean?
When grading soybeans, some off-color seed coats can occur due to various issues such as viral diseases, weather, and ground damage.
How Does Drought Affect Soybeans?
We can easily see corn showing signs of drought or heat symptoms, but signs of soybeans under drought stress aren’t as obvious. When soybeans [...]
Risks For Soybeans Planted After Soybeans
Growers need to understand risks with continuous soybeans before addressing product placement. Remember the goal is to get an even stand with seedlings that [...]
5 Reasons to Stop Your Higher Soybean Population
In the past, a higher soybean population was planted because growers used a drill and wanted a faster canopy to intercept light to reduce [...]
Sulfur Becoming a Necessity
by Stephanie Porter and Stephanie Smith Why is there such interest in sulfur (S) now and why is it important for our yields? Sulfur [...]
Can You Get a Hold of Your Soybean Mold with a Threshold?
Recently, I was asked, “How do I know if I should have sprayed a fungicide on my soybeans or not?” Below is a checklist [...]
What You Should Know About Your Soybean Row
Article originally posted on the Burrus Buzz. Recently, both agronomists and growers have been circling around the question of soybean row width and during [...]
Better Bean Series – Jacksonville, Illinois
On February 1st a large crowd gathered at Hamilton’s in Jacksonville, Illinois, to learn how they could maximize yield and reach the full profitability [...]
It’s “Draft Season” for 2018 Planting
Soybean variety selection is the first important decision you make, and seed companies take this very seriously. I don’t know about you, but I [...]
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