Weed Wars: Maximizing Yield and Profit with Essential Control Strategies
ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy, Karen Corrigan, digs into effective weed control strategies, touching on tactics such as cover crops, narrow row spacing, and herbicides.
Substituting MAP and DAP with TSP Maintains Soybean Yield While Avoiding N Loss
Dr. Andrew Margenot, Associate Professor in Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, reviews data collected in an Illinois Soybean Association check-off funded research project. He highlights the current situation and challenges in soybean production in Illinois regarding phosphorus (P) management.
Predicting the Appearance of Tar Spot
Has the weather been conducive for Tar Spot to make its appearance? ISA Outreach Agronomist, Stephanie Porter, says to not let the recent dryness rule the disease out as intermittent wet/dry cycles and temperature are variables to consider to help predict the appearance of Tar Spot.
The Hidden Enemy: Mealybugs Inflict Distress & SOS on Soybeans
ISA Outreach Agronomist, Stephanie Porter, is sounding the alarm on a recent discovery of mealybugs in Western Illinois. She urges growers to dig up plants and look at the roots in yellowing soybean fields.
Enhance Soybean Nutrition: Join ILSoyAdvisor’s Tailgate Talk near Augusta, IL on July 28th!
Join ILSoyAdvisor for a Tailgate Talk on July 28th near Augusta, IL. This field event is targeted towards growers interested in soybean fertility with an emphasis on sulfur nutrition.
Request for Red Crown Rot Samples
USDA and University of Illinois researchers are working together to understand a new disease affecting soybean in Illinois, red crown rot. They are documenting its spread and characterizing its diversity, and need samples from many different locations across the state.
Pining for Rain: Drought and Derechos in Illinois
Despite recent rains, nearly half of Illinois remains in severe drought as of July 6th. Matt Reardon shares the July/August weather outlook and questions if El Nino will stand off a restrengthening drought in the Midwest.
Aphids – Could They be Back?
Stephanie Porter, Outreach Agronomist at Illinois Soybean Association, reports the return of Aphids to Illinois. Factors like geography, landscape, biology, and agronomy influence aphid populations in soybean fields. Regular scouting is crucial as aphid numbers can rapidly increase, especially with migrating winged aphids.
It’s Dry, They Mite be Here
Stephanie Porter, Outreach Agronomist at Illinois Soybean Association, shares insights from recent discussions on the two-spotted spider mite—an insect known for its rapid reproduction and ability to attack various plant species.
The 4Rs of Phosphorus Management for Illinois Soybean Production
In this ILSoyAdvisor webinar, Dr. Andrew Margenot highlights the current situation and challenges in soybean production in Illinois regarding phosphorus (P) management.
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