Don’t Let White Mold Take Hold.
White mold is damaging to soybean yields, specifically in the northern region of Illinois. ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy Crystal Williams shares critical tips on early identification and proactive measures against this disease.
Weed Wars: Maximizing Yield and Profit with Essential Control Strategies
ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy, Karen Corrigan, digs into effective weed control strategies, touching on tactics such as cover crops, narrow row spacing, and herbicides.
Who Knows Your Rows?
Illinois Field & Bean Magazine recently had the privilege of conversing with the esteemed 2023 Soy Envoys, who graciously offered their expertise and insights for the upcoming season. As agricultural pioneers, their three invaluable tips hold the potential to illuminate the path for growers throughout the state.
Hang in There
Kevin Nelson, an alumnus of ILSoyAdvisor's Soy Envoy program, shares his profound insights on the enduring drought challenges throughout the years. In his enlightening discourse, he emphasizes the transformative influence of traits on crops, revolutionizing their ability to thrive and endure even in the face of such trying circumstances.
Remember G.O.A.L at Planting: GET OUT AND LOOK
Planting season is over for many, but a good reminder is to always Get Out and Look…or G.O.A.L. for short. Soy Envoy Kelly Robertson shares a simple way to check your planter and evaluate how the seed is going in the ground.
To Spray or Not to Spray
Karen Corrigan, ILSoyAdvisor Soy Envoy, discusses the factors to consider when deciding whether or not to spray herbicides, such as weed pressure, crop growth stages, and weather conditions.
In the Field, On Your Side: ILSoyAdvisor Featured in IL Field & Bean Magazine
The June issue of Illinois Field & Bean, dedicated to ILSoyAdvisor, will soon be arriving in mailboxes. It features articles from the 2023 Soy Envoy class, an agronomy update from the Illinois Soybean Association, information on conservation programs and the ILSoyAdvisor Carbon & Date Guidebook, a behind-the-scenes look at ILSoyAdvisor, and columns from various ISA staff members and a board member.
Understanding the Fundamentals of Soybean Growth
Soy Envoy Kris Ehler explains how understanding the fundamentals of soybean growth may help develop better soybeans.
Soil Fertility and Soybean Yields with Kelly Robertson
Many farmers apply all of their fertilizer before the corn crop; however, Soy Envoy Kelly Robertson recommends making a potash application before the soybean crop to achieve high yields.
Moderate Infestation of Aphids in Richland County, IL
Soy Envoy Matt Herman reports from a wheat field in Richland County and shares how he is using a drone to spray for an aphid infestation.
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