By Rick Foster
Published Dec 27, 2021
Here on AgFuse, I’ve responded to a number of AgAnswers questions regarding soybean fungicides, management practices, and the general history of soybeans being farmed in America. I thought I’d round up these answers together so they’re conveniently linked in one spot. “Soybean Fungicides for Frogeye Leaf Spot at R3?”Here you'll see helpful pointers for identifying the symptoms of frogeye leaf spot, applying the right fungicides prudently, and adjusting your management practices for overall optimization. “Is Topguard the Best Fungicide for Frogeye Leaf Spot in Soybeans?” Here's an introductory look at understanding efficacy ratings, being aware of multiple diseases in your fields, factoring in your crop rotation, and avoiding resistance. “Soybean Fungicides for Septoria Brown Spot at R5?”Here's a helpful review of the disease itself, symptoms to look for, fungicide treatments to consider, timing to pay attention to, and general management practices that will further support your operation...
Categories: Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Soybeans
Published Dec 14, 2021
“We don’t have it all figured out just yet,” Monte Bottens, founder of Ag Solutions Network admits, referencing a weedy field of soybeans at harvest this fall. Bottens Family Farm, in the heart of Illinois farm country, made a commitment to remove glyphosate from their operation two years ago. A couple of specific cover crop burndown needs on a select number of acres required them to use a small amount this last season but, “other than that, we have stopped using glyphosate,” Monte said. “I think farmers across the country are all passionate about farming and trying to do the right thing. But when it came down to it, we just knew we needed to do better and this was the next thing we wanted to tackle in furthering our commitment to improving soil and human health...
Categories: Farm Management, Soil Health, Soybeans
Published Dec 14, 2021
This graphic shows the results from an OnWard trial on soybeans in Loyal, OK
Categories: Soybeans
By Anonymous Member
Published Dec 5, 2021
Have you experimented with interseeded soybeans and wheat? What was your experience like? Any tips?
By Anonymous Member
Published Nov 21, 2021
What fungicides are best for controlling white mold in soybeans at R3?
Categories: Soybeans, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting
By Anonymous Member
Published Nov 21, 2021
What's the best fungicide for treating soybean rust at R5?
Categories: Soybeans, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting
By Anonymous Member
Published Nov 14, 2021
Do foliar fungicides offer control?
Categories: Soybeans, Crop Protection
Updated Nov 5, 2021
Holganix, a 2021 F3 Tech portfolio company, is offering a free trial of its award-winning ProBiotic fertilizer, Holganix Bio 800+, to corn and soy farmers on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. F3 Tech, a leading commercialization program for early-stage companies supported by the nonprofit Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center, is funding the pilot program to aid the commercialization efforts of Holganix Bio 800+. Holganix Bio 800+ is a microbial technology that harnesses the power of over 800 species of soil microbes and other soil amending ingredients to promote greater crop production and plant health. The product is currently used on more than 1 million acres of farmland in the U. S...
Categories: Corn, Soil Health, Soybeans
By Anonymous Member
Published Oct 30, 2021
How do you treat or control Septoria brown spot in the R5 growth stage in soybeans?
Categories: Soybeans, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting
By Anonymous Member
Published Oct 30, 2021
Categories: Soybeans
By Anonymous Member
Published Oct 30, 2021
If I suspect herbicide resistance in my soybeans, when should I get weed seeds screened? Thank you!
Categories: Soybeans
By Anonymous Member
Published Oct 30, 2021
When should you test for SCN in soybeans?
Categories: Soybeans, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting
