I’m Warning You Pal, You’re Really Asking For It
An exceptional soybean crop can be realized in 2022 for those who aren’t afraid to ask the right questions.
So That’s How Soybeans Emerge!
As the soybean germinates and emerges, there are three factors that play a key role in the success or struggles of plant establishment.
A Recipe for Success for Double Crop Soybeans
In recent years, acres planted to wheat has increased substantially. So, why is there an increase in acres planted to wheat?
U of I Extension Crop Update – May 12
University of Illinois Extension professionals from across the state provide an Illinois crop update for the week of May 12, 2022.
Seven Things I Learned Planting Cover Crops
What a long, strange trip it has been! I have been using cover crops for 8 years now in Central Illinois and it has been a very fun ride. Here are a few benefits and best practices I have learned about cover crops.
Science for Success
The Science for Success partnership brings together soybean Extension personnel from diverse U.S. regions who collaboratively conduct research and leverage historical knowledge to deliver soybean best management practices to US farmers.
The Good and the Bad of Early Planted Soybeans
If I were to ask the question, “What are the two largest management factors that come to mind when you hear soybean management factors?” What would your answer be?
Thoughts for the 2022 Planting Season
In agriculture today, we’re blessed with some of the highest grain prices on record. Jason Boehler provides his recommendations as you plant this spring.
Burndown Barriers of 2022
Spring is in the air! The grass is greening up, the songbirds are back serenading us, each day is getting longer, the daily temperature is sort of warming up, and snow is changing to rain (for the most part). But that is the problem, isn’t it? Temps are staying lower than average, and the precipitation does not seem to want to stay away for longer than a 48-hour stretch, at best.
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