Soybean Cyst Nematode testing is available through KSU Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab
There is still time to take advantage of free Soybean Cyst Nematode testing through the K-State Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab! Don't miss out on this great opportunity. After soybean harvest is a great time to collect soil samples for testing. Confirming the prescence of soybean cyst nematodes is the basis for a successful integrated management program.
After harvest is the optimal time for Soybean Cyst Nematode sampling
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a major problem in soybean fields throughout eastern and central Kansas. This pest has been identified in 62 counties in Kansas that produce more than 85% of Kansas soybeans. Immediately following harvest is the best time to check fields for SCN and start planning for next season.
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Reminder - after harvest is the optimal time for Soybean Cyst Nematode sampling
Soybean cyst nematode is a major problem in soybean fields throughout eastern and central Kansas. In most fields, the only symptoms may be uneven growth and a gradual production decline over time. Confirming the presence of this pest, determining population levels, and monitoring the effectiveness of resistant varieties are the basis for a successful integrated management program.
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Protect your soybeans next year: Test for Soybean Cyst Nematode after harvest
Are soybean cyst nematodes silently cutting your soybean yields? This pest is now confirmed in more than 60 Kansas counties, and most growers aren't testing. Learn how to collect soil samples, submit them to the K-State diagnostic lab, and use your results to guide next year's management decisions.