As we approach mid-May, most areas are just starting to dry off after an extended period of wet weather. Since April 15, there has been roughly a total of two days in which conditions allowed growers work in the fields. Little to no burn down herbicides have been applied, and most fields show signs of weeds starting[…]
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This year, a majority of corn and soybean planting has taken place during May. Along with rising soil temperatures comes rising weed and insect growth. This is why treating your seed to protect your investment is so important. Our exclusive Protect ‘N Grow seed treatment options for corn and soybeans offer layers of protection[…]
Read MoreThis past growing season, damage caused by stink bugs proved to be one of the biggest surprises to many growers. The reality is, there are several species of stink bugs that feed on corn and soybeans in the Ohio and Indiana regions (Fig 1). Stink bugs will overwinter in any type of ground cover or[…]
Read MoreYour corn, regardless of the field, is threatened by common stalk and ear disease each year. This is the second of a two-part series that looks closer at some of the most common stalk and ear disease as well as how to avoid them. Yes, Stalk Rot Can Happen to Your Fields Stalk rots[…]
Read MoreThere are several common ear and stalk diseases that affect corn every year, and regardless of field, there’s always a risk for disease. As we look forward to harvest, now is the time to identify and plan for proper storage of potentially moldy grain. This is the first of a two-part series that investigates the[…]
Read MoreGrowers and EdgeUp Advisor’s are seeing high levels of Frogeye leaf spot disease in soybeans located in southern Indiana. If you have any further questions, please contact your EdgeUp Advisor today! What is it? Frogeye leaf spot is a disease that can infect leaves, stems and pods of soybeans. This disease could be due to[…]
Read MoreWhat is it? Gray leaf spot, known as GLS, is a disease found in corn. It is a fungal pathogen of cercospora zeae. GLS can be one of the most yielding limiting factors in corn production. GLS connected to the loss of photosynthetic area from leaf blight can result in stalk lodging. How can I[…]
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