To Spray or Not to Spray
Karen Corrigan, ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy, discusses the factors to consider when deciding whether or not to spray herbicides, such as weed pressure, crop growth stages, and weather conditions.
In the Field, On Your Side: ILSoyAdvisor Featured in IL Field & Bean Magazine
The June issue of Illinois Field & Bean, dedicated to ILSoyAdvisor, will soon be arriving in mailboxes. It features articles from the 2023 Soy Envoy class, an agronomy update from the Illinois Soybean Association, information on conservation programs and the ILSoyAdvisor Carbon & Date Guidebook, a behind-the-scenes look at ILSoyAdvisor, and columns from various ISA staff members and a board member.
Understanding the Fundamentals of Soybean Growth
Soy Envoy Kris Ehler explains how understanding the fundamentals of soybean growth may help develop better soybeans.
Soil Fertility and Soybean Yields with Kelly Robertson
Many farmers apply all of their fertilizer before the corn crop; however, Soy Envoy Kelly Robertson recommends making a potash application before the soybean crop to achieve high yields.
Moderate Infestation of Aphids in Richland County, IL
Soy Envoy Matt Herman reports from a wheat field in Richland County and shares how he is using a drone to spray for an aphid infestation.
Planting Soybeans With a Drone
Soy Envoy Matt Herman provides an update from Southern Illinois and explores the idea of planting soybeans with a drone in Richland County.
A Few Considerations When Evaluating Seed Treatment Options
As we close out April and begin the month of May, farmers are constantly faced with decisions filled with risk. Soy Envoy Crystal Williams gives a soybean planting update from Northern Illinois.
7 Questions We Asked Our New Soy Envoy Class
Meet the new Soy Envoy class! Watch as they share more information about their favorite agronomic topic, why they wanted to be a Soy Envoy, their proudest accomplishment, and more.
Another Reason to Control Weeds
Soy Envoy Leo Rocha continues his soybean pathology series by exploring the dynamics of weeds and soybean cyst nematode.
Maximizing Your Weed Control Success
Soy Envoy Karen Corrigan encourages growers to evaluate each component of their tank mix and consider adding alternative weed control practices to their overall strategy.
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