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Bayer’s tar spot research aims to provide a stronger line of defense for producers

May 16, 2024 11:47 AM

Tar spot represents one of the most challenging diseases currently facing corn farmers in the Midwest.
New research by Bayer Crop Science is now focusing on ways to provide a stronger genetic line of defense.

DEKALB Technical Agronomist, Jim Donnelly is participating in the research and spoke with RFD-TV on the importance of this achievement, holistic recommendations, and what producers need to keep in mind.

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