Trends in Soybean Weed Control
Shawn Brenneman, agronomic sales representative for Syngenta, speaks with Tony Balkwill, owner of Nithfield Advanced Agronomy, about current and growing trends in soybean weed control.
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Catching a Silent Yield Robber
Greg Tylka, Professor and Nematologist from Iowa State University, shares SCN resistance management strategies. Rotation of resistant varieties, non-host crops and seed treatments all play a role.
2:43Herbicide Resistance: Understanding Target Site Resistance
Leanne Freitag, Agronomic Services Support Manager, demonstrates and discusses target site resistance that pests can develop to herbicides.
Soy Masters Trivia: What’s behind these yellow spots?
It's trivia time! Let's test your soy knowledge. Take a look at this photo and tell us why these soybean leaves are yellowing between the veins.
Managing White Mould with Fungicides and Your Smartphone
Marijke Vanderlaan, Agronomic Sales Rep, says genetics are your first line of defense when it comes to white mould in soys. The Sporecaster app & fungicides are also great tools to protect your yield.
2:44Spider Mites in Soybeans
Agronomic Services Support Manager, Leanne Freitag, explains what to look for when scouting for spider mites in your soybeans and how to control them if found. For more agronomic information like th
Bean Leaf Beetle: Two Generations of Attack
Soybeans are vulnerable to two generations of the bean leaf beetles per year, not including the overwintering population. Seed treatment & scouting are critical to controlling the pest.
Think Early Control for Volunteer Corn
Steve Johns, Syngenta Agronomic Sales Rep, advises growers to plan to control volunteer corn early. Don't be complacent – it's a weed that will steal yield from your soybeans.
Wireworms Have Multi-year Impact
This pest can persist in soil for years and affect several different crops. You can scout for wireworms using baiting techniques, but it is best to protect your soybean seed.
White Grubs Thrive on Soybean Roots
Syngenta Seedcare Technical Lead Abhi Deora compares the three different species of white grubs to watch for, and explains ID and management tips to protect your soybeans from these pests.
Crop Residue Invites Seedcorn Maggot
Syngenta Seedcare Technical Lead Abhi Deora explains how crop residue attracts seedcorn maggots, and what management tips can be implemented to protect your soybeans from below-ground feeding.
The Buzz about Sulphur on Soybeans
Soybean and Soil Fertility Specialists discuss the research that's underway to determine if sulphur on soybeans can have an effect on yield, and under what conditions that this may be possible.
Managing Herbicide Resistance on Sandy Soils
Soybean growers have effective control options for managing glyphosate-resistant Canada fleabane. But, on sandy soils should note some specific considerations related to soil organic matter and pH.
Seed Treatments Help Manage Fusarium Associated Diseases in Soybeans
Last year's DON issues in corn remain top of mind. Syngenta Seedcare™ Technical Lead, explains the three main soybean diseases associated with Fusarium and the role of seed treatments in management.
Managing Weed Shifts: Canada Fleabane and Waterhemp
Resistant weeds are tough to tackle for soybean growers. Learn how to control them with scouting regimes, record keeping, multiple modes of action and other best practices.
5:52Managing Glyphosate Resistant Weeds
Managing Canada fleabane and waterhemp? Joe Vink teaches us his tips and tricks on how to identify and best manage glyphosate resistant weeds.
4:00Problems this Season: Insects
Syngenta's agronomic sales rep, Marijke Van Andel disusses what insect threats were most prominent in Ontario and how growers can prepare for next year using genetics and seed treatments.
6:14Problems this Season: Diseases
Syngenta's agronomic sales rep, Marijke Van Andel does a recap of diseases that affected Ontario soybean crops this season.
Playing Detective Puts More Bushels in Your Bin
Make sure your soybean yield is the best it can be by understanding what kind of disease and pest challenges parts of your field are susceptible to.
Look for In-season Opportunities to Protect and Increase Yield
Agronomic Service Representative Doug Fotheringham goes through the management opportunities to influence pod fill and yield throughout the season.
2:19Managing White Mould