Black cutworm watch
There have been some reports of black cutworms already affecting corn and soybean fields this year. Read the latest article on what to look out for.
Plant 2023 Observations
Some planting has gone well where the corn has already spiked up out of the ground. In other areas, I’ve seen pivots running just to wet the ground before planting because the ground was too dry and hard.
Early Season Soybean Pests and Diseases
Pests like seed corn maggot, wireworms and white grub as well as diseases like Pythium and Phytophthora can reduce soybean stands early in the season. Cover crops or heavy crop residue keep soils cooler and can delay emergence, which can increase the vulnerability of seeds and seedlings to pests. LumiGEN® seed treatments provide advanced protection against pests, disease and uncertain soil conditions during the critical early growth period.
What makes Enlist E3® soybeans so easy?
There’s lots of talk about the ease and convenience of Enlist® herbicides compared to in-crop dicamba herbicides. “Weather patterns and weed escapes work on their own schedule, not yours,” said AgVenture Product Manager Jeff Shaner. “The Enlist® weed...
Shouldn’t Weed Control Trait Technology Make Your Job Easier?
Farmers who choose Enlist E3® soybeans get reliable, on-target performance from Enlist One and Enlist Duo herbicides, letting them maximize their investment in weed control trait technology.