Soybean Checkoff Research
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Cold temperatures and precipitation after planting can cause imbibitional chilling.
Past work in soybeans suggest the temperature in the first 8-12 hours post-planting is critical to prevent imbibitional chilling.
Breaking Down Crop Residue
Excessively wet soil conditions favor bacteria that thrive in low oxygen, and slows down crop residue digestion. Particle size plays a critical role in getting residue to decompose rapidly.
Rotate SCN-Resistant Seed Varieties for Optimal Protection
Understanding the difference between soybean cyst nematode-resistant varieties may help soybean growers understand the importance of rotating sources of resistance, which is one of the …
Manage Soybeans to Push Profits
By Pamela Smith, DTN Crops Technology Editor DECATUR, Ill. (DTN) — Taking soybean production to the next level requires a different thought process. DTN asked …
Manage Soybeans All Season Long, Season-Long Game Plan Pushes Soybeans Through Biology
“With favorable market prices and pricey nitrogen pressuring corn and cotton acres, soybeans are in the spotlight this year.” – Kris Ehler, Farmer, Thomasboro, Illinois.
Know Your SCN Risks Before Planting Soybeans Back-to-Back
The SCN Coalition experts recommend soybean growers rotate SCN-resistant soybean varieties.
Why Should You Calibrate Your Sprayer Even If it has a Rate Controller?
Make sure the nozzle size selected will allow the controllers to make necessary changes in the flow rates while still staying within a safe, applicable, and allowable pressure range. – Dr. Erdal Ozkan
Set-Up Soybeans for Success in 2022
For soybean, pre-planting decisions are extremely important to set-up the crop for success.
Soil Temperature and Early Planting Conditions
Planting when conditions are adequate (soil temperatures above 50°F and greater than 45% plant available water content) is recommended for corn and soybeans.