Tracking node count
Soybean yield is determined largely by number of seeds per acre. The more seeds the bigger the yield. Seed size and weight also plays [...]
Early Soybean Scouting
ILeVO Halo Effect The Halo effect is associated with ILeVO-treated soybean seed. Regardless of the halo severity on early leaves, stand is not affected, [...]
Seed Quality and Planting Populations in Soybeans
The two most discussed topics on the meeting circuit this winter were “Plant Your Soybeans Early” and “Lower Your Planting Population.” Both are great [...]
The Soybean Seeding Rate Conundrum
In a bean-pod… Use a soybean seed treatment Plant less than 140,000 seeds in white mold areas Target a final stand of 100,000+ plants [...]
Naked or Not? Considerations for 2018 Soybean Seed Quality
As field activity ramps up for 2018, pay attention to soybean seed quality. Several factors soybeans experienced last fall resulted in delicate seed beans [...]
Inoculating Soybeans
Although the planters have not officially started rolling in Illinois, it is safe to say that soybeans will most likely win the battle for [...]
Dropping Seeding Rates
Many growers can save money by dropping soybean seeding rates in 2018. We have seen a big decline in soybean seeding rates over the [...]
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 [...]
Maturity Group Musings: Top 10 Facts You Should Know about Soybean Maturities
Are the maturity groups you’re planting the right ones for your yield goal? Soybean development and maturity is related to day length or, more [...]
Webinar: Variable Seeding: Benefits for changing variety and population across the field
Mark Apelt, regional product specialist at Beck’s Hybrids, and Mike Hannewald, precision farming field advisor at Beck’s Hybrids, explore how to select appropriate planting [...]