Lime Quality Matters When Adjusting Soil pH
In this video, IL Soy Envoy Kelly Robertson shares information on the long-term benefits of proper pH management for corn and soybean crops. Learn how adjusting soil pH with limestone can boost yields, enhance nutrient uptake, improve weed control, and increase herbicide effectiveness.
Free Soybean Cyst Nematode Sampling Available for Illinois Growers
In partnership with the University of Illinois, ISA aims to establish a baseline SCN population in soybean fields statewide. Even if you've tested for SCN before, populations could be increasing.
How are Yields Shaping Up?
In this episode, the IL Soy Envoys examine the current state of soybean and corn crops, analyze yield variability due to seasonal stresses, tackle late-season disease concerns, and prepare for 2025 input planning related to fertilizer and weed control.
2025 Input Planning: Weed Control
IL Soy Envoy Eric Beckett, CCA, recommends growers evaluate their 2024 weed control and offers information for 2025 on application timing, soybean variety field tolerance, and the effectiveness of pre-emerge herbicide residuals.
The Bronzing Effect of Cercospora Leaf Blight
IL Soy Envoy Shelby Weckel, CCA, addresses the significant concern of cercospora leaf blight, which can reduce yields and complicate harvest due to premature leaf drop and seed quality issues.
2025 Input Planning: Phosphorus and Potassium Applications
With low grain prices and high input costs, cutting phosphorus and potassium applications may be tempting, but IL Soy Envoy Eric Beckett warns that restricted root growth and nutrient deficiencies can still cause yield loss.
Submit Your 2024 Soybean Quality Sample
Farmers can submit a free sample from the 2024 soybean harvest to evaluate crop quality. Samples sent by October 21 will be included in the first report, published in early November.
Harvesting Dry Soybeans: How Many Bushels Do We Lose?
As harvest begins, many farmers are facing drier-than-expected soybeans. In this post, Brian Bush explains how to calculate yield loss and other key factors to consider.
How Breeders Capture Data During Harvest
IL Soy Envoy Craig Grafton offers an inside look at how a breeding program collects harvest data to develop top-performing hybrids and varieties.
Will It Be a Long Harvest?
In this episode, the IL Soy Envoys share early harvest reports and concerns from the field. They are seeing a wide range of yields, and despite some wet areas, a big crop is expected.
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