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Fighting back against soybean seedling diseases
Farmers and agronomists across the Midwest are reporting more problems with soybean seedling diseases in the spring, especially phytophthora and pythium.
Dr. Alison Robertson, Iowa State University plant pathologist, says some of that is due to the earlier planting and minimum tillage that is taking place. She says “up-and-down” spring weather conditions are also a factor.
While there is no magic bullet, Robertson says there are steps farmers can take to protect the seed and improve stand establishment.
AUDIO: Dr. Alison Robertson
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