Starter fertilizer considerations for soybeans on low-testing soils
Thinking about starter fertilizer for soybeans this year? Soybeans remove significant amounts of phosphorus and potassium, especially on low-testing soils. This article covers when starter fertilizer makes sense, how to apply it effectively, and what nutrients matter most for supporting soybean yield.
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Soybean seed treatments: Avoiding seedling diseases
Planting soybeans soon? It's important to consider early stand establishment and the role seed treatments can play. Several common soilborne pathogens can cause seedling damping off. Seed treatments are part of a broader management strategy, including variety selection, crop rotation, and good seedbed conditions.
Early weed control is crucial for cotton success in Kansas
Cotton is slow to canopy and struggles to compete with weeds early in the season. This article highlights why early weed control is critical for protecting yield, lint quality, and overall crop value. Starting clean helps ensure a healthier, more competitive crop all season long.
Should you spray? Stripe rust and other wheat diseases to watch for in Kansas
Wheat is moving into the flag leaf stage across Kansas, and many are wondering about the stripe rust outlook. Despite recent rain, the risk remains low thanks to limited disease pressure in Texas and Oklahoma. This article explains why stripe rust is unlikely to be a major issue this season and what other diseases, like leaf rust, should still be on your radar.
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World of Weeds - Waterpod
Waterpod is the latest weed featured in our World of Weeds series. This early spring annual prefers shady, moist areas and is usually controlled with standard tillage or burndown herbicides. Though not a major crop threat, knowing what you're seeing in the field is good. Learn how to spot and manage this bristly, branching plant.