Diversifying Genetic Resistance to Soybean Cyst Nematode
This project continues work to develop additional lines of varietal resistance to SCN. Researchers have identified threeand four-gene combinations and will develop lines with [...]
How Can Genetic Engineering Be Used To Help Manage SCN Populations?
This project aims to use genetic engineering to impede soybean cyst nematode (SCN) reproduction and survival. Researchers will explore several methods and strategies, such [...]
How Does Infection Timing and Soybean Cyst Nematode Impact Infestation of Red Crown Rot in Soybean Fields, and What Options Do I Have for Control?
There has been some correlation between soybean cyst nematode (SCN) and RCR, as well as infection timing and disease severity. This project will evaluate [...]
Are There Biological-Based Products That Can Promote Plant Growth While Also Protecting Against RCR When Soybeans Are Planted Later To Avoid Heavy Pathogen Incidence?
The team will gather information from farmers and industry about current biological-based products applied to soybean seed, as well as practices used to manage [...]
What Tools Are Available To Help Detect and Monitor Red Crown Rot Across Illinois Soybean Fields?
Early detection of red crown rot (RCR) in soybean fields is critical in managing this disease that can cause up to 50 percent yield [...]
Can following the MRTN approach reduce tile nitrate loss in conventional and cover cropping systems?
Based on year 1 insights, this year 2 project will focus on validating the maximum return to nitrogen (MRTN) approach as a viable method [...]
Evaluation of a Targeted Conservation Plan in the Lake Bloomington Watershed
When faced with non-point nutrient loss reduction goals, it truly does take a village. Farmer-led watershed groups are critical to drive cover crop adoption [...]
Residue Management and Nutrient Value for Soybean Production
Crop residue is a source of nutrients for the following season’s crop, but it has yet to be documented just how much of which [...]
Free SCN Testing for IL Soybean Farmers
Known as the billion-dollar pest, soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is reported to annually cost North American soybean producers $1.5 billion in lost yield. Even [...]
How Extensive Is Resistance to Group 15 Herbicides in Illinois Waterhemp Populations?
Waterhemp populations from soybean fields across Illinois are being collected and screened to better understand the level of resistance to Group 15 herbicides. Results [...]
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