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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.

By |June 28, 2023|

The People Behind the Platform

Stephanie Porter and Kelsey Litchfield oversee ILSoyAdvisor.com, the go-to agronomic resource by the Illinois Soybean Association. Discover the process behind reviewing and updating timely and relevant information on a weekly basis, specifically tailored for farmers.

By |June 27, 2023|

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.

By |June 26, 2023|

Cover Crop Chronicles: Management Strategies Before Corn

John Pike, an operator of Pike Ag, LLC, located in Marion, Illinois, is a consultant and researcher specializing in nutrient management, cover crops, and water quality. In this video, Pike showcases his farm located south of Marion, where he has implemented a nine-year intensive cover crop program.

By |June 21, 2023|
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