An entomologist says early planted soybeans in tillage and no-till systems each faced significant pest pressure last season. Michigan State University’s Chris Difonzo tells Brownfield planting soybeans early in no-till systems can prevent slug damage if they put on enough growth. “You want to get the beans out of the ground and starting to grow before the slug […]
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Sulfur deficiency in corn is rising across North America and impacting corn yields. Farmers should be addressing root development issues early
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At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were mixed waiting on direct business and ahead of Friday’s On Feed
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