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Suspect herbicide resistance? Submit weed seeds for screening

Published on October 11, 2024
October is the prime time to collect and submit weed seeds for herbicide resistance screening.
Thinking about reducing tillage in the spring? Start preparing in the fall.

Published on October 11, 2024
Transitioning to reduced or no-till system takes planning before planting. The following steps can help set you up for success in the coming year.
Identify soybean losses during harvest and make adjustments

Published on October 3, 2024
If you’re losing four soybeans per square foot, you are losing about 1 bushel per acre.
Avoid significant yield loss in soybeans by sampling for soybean cyst nematode

Published on September 20, 2024
Fall is the time to collect soil samples for soybean cyst nematodes to plan for next year.
Harvest considerations for overly dry soybeans

Published on September 19, 2024
Should producers harvest overly dry soybeans or wait for rain to increase moisture levels?
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy

Published on September 17, 2024
When deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate.
Red crown rot: A new threat to soybean production

Published on September 5, 2024
Red crown rot can be spread through contaminated soil, providing yet another reason to not move soil and to clean equipment when possible.
Fall harvest safety tips

Published on September 3, 2024
Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.
Timing the last irrigation

Published on August 29, 2024
Maximizing profit and returns on resources invested can be dependent on the last irrigation application.
Mole drains field day for improving soil drainage scheduled in St. Clair County on Sept. 9

Published on August 26, 2024
Mole drains can be a budget-friendly drainage system for clay soil.