Agronomy
Think applying an insecticide to your soybean field automatically pays for itself? You would be mistaken. University of Illinois Extension field crops entomologist Nick Seiter says it does not.
Huma is among 12 inaugural participants in the Farm Progress Show’s new Agronomy Zone, featuring real-world crop plots and product comparisons.
Scientists are studying flowering patterns that could help speed up the development of new varieties.
Excess moisture is increasing disease pressure across the Corn Belt as growers monitor southern rust, tar spot, stalk health, and harvest conditions.
Researchers say the new varieties offer improved disease resistance, grain quality and yield potential.
Seven counties have confirmed the disease following its first detection earlier this month.
Through the Genesis Mission and the Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority (AgARDA), USDA is expected to launch an Agricultural National Science & Technology Challenge later this year.
While demand is one concern, U.S. growers are also monitoring the cotton jassid, an emerging insect threat.
Helena remains focused on developing practical technologies that address the challenges growers face while delivering measurable value in the field.
From fungicides to foliar nutrition, those late-season decisions can have a significant impact on protecting yield potential.